Two weeks ago I told Russell he couldn't leave me after our 10-day visit was up. I told him I was going to tie him up with a rope so he couldn't leave. At the time he had smiled and said he would help me tie him up. (chuckle) But...we didn't do that. I let him go.
I hate goodbyes. But this time it was easier to see him walk off knowing that this is our last goodbye. Next time I behold the face of the man I love I will do so without the dread of knowing I will have to say yet another farewell and get on a plane and leave him behind. Next time I will be standing by his side hugging my family goodbye instead. Wow… That is one...one...mind boggling thought. =(
This was Russell's and my last goodbye picture before our marriage. Now we just have to make it through this last stretch until April arrives. Please pray for us to stay close to the Lord, which sometimes gets a little difficult when we are so distracted with each other. Also, please pray that we don't do anything drastic...like throw our laptops through the window when we are frustrated with skype and its many shortcomings. =D Seriously, there's nothing like being face-to-face...but then there are other frustrations. As wonderful as the past 10 days were with Russell, it was good for him to go home. As much as I hate to admit it, oceans are a good thing. =) God knows best. So...now we're just waiting for the big day to arrive and trying to stay busy until then.
"Thou crownest the year with thy goodness; and thy paths drop fatness. They drop upon the pastures of the wilderness: and the little hills rejoice on every side. The pastures are clothed with flocks; the valleys also are covered over with corn; they shout for joy, they also sing."
Psalm 65:11-13
I believe to see the goodness of the Lord!
Hope you all enjoyed the pictures!
5 comments:
I've recently been pondering those thoughts on "seeing the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living" from Psalm 27, I believe. Interesting you should mention it. I wrote about it awhile back. I think it is such a hopeful verse and I really love it!
Hi Hannah!
I haven't said this before, but I just want to tell you I'm SO happy for you and Russel! And I love all the pictures! :)
Renae
Yes ma'am. We will be praying more! I have to admit, that I haven't been praying for you and brother Russell as I should. The anxiety can drive you two crazy sometimes, I can imagine. You're in that limbo time and you probably feel like life has taken a standstill in your heart. I feel like that about our final move out of Alaska. I feel like it's hard to do anything else sometimes. My heart says,"Yeah, but we're suppose to be 7 months from now, and we're still here in JANUARY!!!". And it can drive me crazy sometimes :D
I know what you are going through. You two are a match made in Heaven, and all of us, as your friends and loved ones, are just about as anxious to enjoy you two as a married couple too. It's just about like, perfection waiting.
And I'm not saying that to puff you up. I've never had the joy of witnessing a more perfect courtship and marriage union. You and brother Russell are such a living testimant for sooooo many young people. Have you thought about that? I get to testify to all my children what God is preparing to do for them, concerning marriage. HE is preparing for them, and all they have to do is love and follow God. Well, I always write enough for a blog of my own whenever I comment :D I'll let ya go. I'll be praying for you two more. Love you (even though we haven't met, you are dear to me).
Ms. Elsie
Hannah,
Wow... What a wonderful time. =) I'm a bit teary-eyed. (sniff) It's precious to see how your love for each other is growing and strengthening. It's a blessing beyond words to know for a certainty that courtship can still be done God's way. Your and Russell's example is so bright--it's a shame the world (and worldly Christians) scorns it. "A faithful man shall abound with blessings." Just think of all the blessings folks miss out on because they're determined to pursue their own foolish, carnal way!
Anyway. =) I loved the pictures. I'll have to show Timmy the pictures of Russell at the aircraft place. He, too, wants to become a pilot. That brother of mine has planes on the brain! =D I'll be so proud when he gets his license someday. And, like you, not a little nervous!
I love the shawl you're wearing in the pictures from Sunday! It's so pretty. You know, I've always thought you should have a hand-knitted shawl to wear with your Colonial dress. I'd love to make you one sometime!!!
Your cherry kitchen is going to be so pretty! My collection for my cow kitchen grew this Christmas, thanks to my dad. I think he's picked out everything I have. Kitchens certainly are important places. =)
I'm so pleased and happy and overjoyed that your birthday was so special and blessed by God!
"O give thanks [an exhortation to give thanks]
...unto the LORD, [to Whom the thanks belong]
...for he is good: for his mercy endureth for ever." [why we should give thanks]
Amen! "Give thanks" is written in Scripture 34 times. He certainly is worthy! He deserves much more than we give Him.
I've really got to scoot, sister. Thank you for sharing everything you did!
Love you, dear friend!
Naomi
Hey,
I just came across your blog and enjoyed it so much!! What a wonderful blessing it was to me!! Your courtship has inspired me!! God bless you and look forward to reading more post:)Feel free to stop by my blog anytime:)
Jennifer
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