Rose and I will be in Texas on Saturday at “The Wedding.” Rose’s godchild, Paul Elliott, is marrying Katie Godfrey. The couple has shown much maturity in the process. They are both now college graduates. Paul has an advanced degree in Math and has a job teaching at LSU-E. It will be good seeing the family and getting to spend some time away over the weekend.
Just as funerals remind the family of our own mortality, weddings remind us of our own blessings. I was born as the oldest of nine children. Our parents didn’t have much. We didn’t have a car until I was in high school and we lived in housing project for years. But the children all did well. We lost one sister years ago, and we miss her. I enjoy being with all that remain and their beloveds, and offspring.
Of course, I will be with my bride of 42 years. Our own wedding seems like it was just yesterday… okay, maybe the day before.
Marriage is under fire these days with many not seeing the need for it. I can attest to its value in my life. The marriage of my parents, my siblings, and my own convince me that marriage is still God’s plan. If we are willing to put Him first, our spouse second, our kids next, it still works.
Paul and Katie. I pray a great life for you. That you will have the wisdom and faith to follow Him and His plan and enjoy His blessings through all the trials that every life has.
Be blessed.
Nick
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