A Special Place in the World

There are episodes in life . . . . appearing as chance happenings. . . that, on that first encounter can never visually foreshadow the chain of events that will eventually change a certain course of your life. That is how I feel tonight . . . as I've reflected on what just happened!

We checked into the Jameson Inn and

were welcomed with a beautiful box of goodies in the room from Kathy, aka as Menno Jeweler. I had tears in my eyes as I made a call and heard her voice for the first time . . . almost afraid to break that special shell of our imaginary friendship that began online about 2 1/2 years ago.

It was just a little comment . . . that brought us together . . .

Menno Jeweler said...

I have to say that I've never seen this done before. I've got some sheets in the dryer right now and can't wait to try it out! Thanks for the tips!
Just stumbled onto your blog from the "Mennonitegirlscancook" blog, enjoying both!
Kathy

April 3, 2009 12:02 PM

Actually, I think she made another comment earlier where she did not sign her name, but this is what I found, looking back. And the rest is history. We began emailing one day and the emails went back and forth over time ... sharing about family, hard things and good things.

Kathy . . . you are beautiful . . . inside and out! Agewise I could almost adopt you as a daughter ... not quite ... but a niece for sure. Thank you for showing me that neither age nor distance can deter a friendship based on common values and a shared faith.



And this is only the beginning of the story embedding itself on my grateful heart today.