Kirsten and Scott--a husband and wife that are separated by jailhouse walls, as he is incarcerated despite his innocence. He is facing life in prison without the possibility of parole. As a family of 4, and then 5, as the story unfolds, Scott and Kirsten knew the "good life." But God had a better one in store. They first had to be broken. They plumb new depths of their faith and in their knowledge of the Word in these days that some would consider dark, but that God infused with great joy. Throughout a total of 16 months of separation they wrote letters to each other that are filled with the stories that capture the depth of their love, family life, fear, questioning, and details of what God is doing in, around and through them. Many of the letters are laced with snaphots of jailhouse interactions in the maximum security unit where God still dwells. It is inspiring to see how the Holy Spirit moves throughout the whole situation when you see Scott’s letter next to Kirsten’s as the days go by. Prayers are being prayed and answered and it is all recorded in the daily wrap-up. It is a God story. It is a love story. And the letters are delivered daily. Make sure you
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september 19th – outside/in 2.0
by Kirst on August 21, 2009
Hi honey,
I hope this picture doesn’t make you sad. I think it captures the innocent sweetness of your daughter. There is an old one of Buddy too.
I miss you now. I wish we could have a long, uncensored talk.
It was good to get letter from you today. Sometime (maybe w/ Bob) I will look forward to getting some of my letters back and putting them with yours on the same dates.
I love to read and re-read them.
Both kids are resting well tonight so far. I look forward to a full night’s sleep.
Lou & Kristin came over tonight at 8:45 to drop off your stuff and pick up your cell battery and head set. He brought all your pictures and mugs and a blue spiral bound notebook.
I keep remembering the night before your initial questioning and what an incredible and spontaneous gift it was. Can’t wait for more of that.
Rest well my darling, Kirst
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