Happy Monday everyone and welcome to the first official day of autumn. On the radio this morning they were talking about whether or not these seasons come sooner than the calendar says. Many agree that fall begins in the beginning of September after school begins and those leaves begin to change colors. I know I'm a stickler for waiting until the official calendar date to get everything ready because I don't want to rush anything. Today the new season began with brisk, cool temperatures. Hoping to get the lawn mowed before the expected rain comes in. I also have yet to pull out that orange tub filled with fall decor down from the attic. Maybe today.
This morning the boys in my school van were quiet and a few even fell asleep. Monday mornings are difficult. I'm sure they will be filled with energy later, as they always are on the way home.
The weekend went by quickly. Friday was the Homecoming game where we won. They also had a nice tribute to our local police officers. On Saturday we traveled far for the kids' cross-country invitational. They both did well. Then we stopped for a quick bite of Popeyes before going home where they had to rush to get ready for Homecoming. As they were at the dance my husband and I enjoyed a few hours outside under a dark, cloudy sky with a fire and some cooked marshmallows.
Yesterday we went to church and then I spent all 6 hours watching the memorial service for Charlie Kirk. Such an amazing tribute filled with speeches sharing the Gospel. Erika's speech was .... wow! She is the epitome of a Godly woman.
Last week our community was hit with a devastating loss of 3 police officers while serving a search warrant. This tragedy has made national news. This is something we always see on television but never think it could happen in our own backyard. It was so close to my backyard that I even recognized the faces of the officers when they showed the pictures. I love how this community came together to support them. I'll never understand the evil that is in this world and there seems to be so much of it lately but I also see how so many are coming together in a spiritual revival unlike anything I had ever witnessed. If you are confused about who Jesus is I encourage you to find a Bible-focused church, read Scripture and pray. You may also reach out to me and I will be happy to pray for you and share words of encouragement.
Dawn, I didn't realize that horrible tragedy was so near you! I am so sorry. And I too watched most of the service yesterday, and was moved by all of the love for Charlie and his family and all the things he started. Glad you had a nice weekend, and have a cozy, Monday evening, my friend.
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