first, i'm reniging (sp?) my recommendation of Phillip Pullman's series "His Dark Materials", largely b/c of a pharagraph I read in one of the first chapters of the last book in his series. I was offended b/c it sounded blasphemous. If the writer believes what he wrote (and i have no evidence to the contrary) then it is not a mystery why he has "lost sight of God". This man seems to be very talented and that is a gift from God, whether he recognizes it or not.I sincerely hope that God reveals himself to Phillip, but only He knows His plans.
in other news, we've received our homestudy and dossier packets. i am now, more than ever, prone to bouts of breath-taking anxiety and pounding tension headaches. pray that God gives me clarity and trust, because He has all things in His hand and i will accomplish nothing upon my own strength, nor alone. i'm so grateful that God gave me such a faithful and patient husband.
the hydrangea (?) bush beneath the magnolia tree is in full bloom and filling the air with its intoxicating scent. i am so happy that it has managed to invade parts of the house and i inhale its perfume in big gulps when i pass through the Green room.
we had the privilege of attending another wedding last weekend. it was also a wonderful excuse for camping, enjoying the extraordinarily gentle weather, and spending time with friends that are like family. we enjoyed the novelty of lake wawasee (wa-wa : see?!).
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congratulations joel and diane!
Question: a couple across the street just had a baby boy. we've never met them, but i've noticed that she was pregnant. yesterday i heard a newborn crying, and looked out the window to see her outside with him (the baby was wearing blue, so i'm assuming...). she's outside today as well. would it seem creepy to give them a small card/gift of congratulations? it's not like i'm stalking them or something... but i would love an excuse to hold a baby.
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We've had neighbors give us small gifts or stop by after we've had our kids, and we thought it was a really nice gesture . . . it's not nearly as creepy as complete strangers coming up and feeling your stomach when you're pregnant - aaaggghhh!
hey! you spelled wawasee correctly:) it's a beautiful lake, and the largest in indiana.
i was offered and accepted the job in connecticut. it was a really neat God thing. i'll tell you about it sometime soon. i will probably be moving out there sometime late july early august. however, i'm hoping to spend a few weeks in greenville prior to leaving. love to both of the future parents:)
i've had to renege on some of the books i've recommended to people a few times myself. i get caught up in the excellent writing style of an author, then bam! he hits me with something preposterous or just plain ugly that i wouldn't want to share with anyone....especially if they might think i was agreeing with such thoughts.
as for the baby - i agree with charity - and your neighbors will recognize that sweet, gentle spirit we all see and love in you.
Definitely fine to give a card and even ask to see the little one.
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