Vacation!

The past few days we have been on our first big family vacation! The kids have been loving the time with their cousin, aunts, uncles, grandpa and grandma. The adults haven't missed out on the fun either. It has been wonderful to catch up on each other's lives. And hearing stories from Jeremy's childhood never hurts. ;)

It is fascinating to see the different dynamics that individuals bring to their family. The way unique personalities shape a group. The whole is forever changed by the one. It is the perfect example of community. How we fit together in all of our differences. We need each other. It is interesting how things can tie us together. Laughing over a funny joke or story. Working together making dinner and cleaning up. There is a camaraderie that develops in shared experiences. In letting yourself be seen and known.

It is necessary you know, to be seen and known by your community. It can feel vulnerable and scary, but you need it. We all do. We work better as a team. We are better versions of ourselves and we help others to be the same. That vulnerability can bring about some of the biggest grace lessons you will ever find. I love reading in the Bible about the relationships that Jesus had with people. He was intentional about getting involved. Not just on the surface but in the middle of some very intense situations. He placed such worth and value on people and relationship. I have so much to learn from His example in that area. So thankful for His grace in the process!

So back to vacation! =) For our family it has been a much needed pause after a hectic month. Like a long exhale. Letting go. Resting. Giving yourself time to recharge. The uninterrupted time together has been perfection!!! So thankful for it!!!

Here are some pictures of our fun from today!

 

Keep Dreaming!