I didn’t know that we could be in paradise while living in the desert, but this past week has been that. Words can’t express what a blessing this time has already been and it has only begun. It is amazing to be in our home with family celebrating Christmas. Joel and his dad have been working on projects and have successfully brought running water to our house! The boys are filled with Joy to have some much time with their Grandparents. Ethan told me that even if he got no presents this Christmas, just having Grandma and Grandpa here was special enough. There is not much more I can say to express how amazing this week has been, so I will let the pictures speak for themselves.
It looks like a little taste of what heaven will be like! Praise God for family! What joy! Streams in the desert!
I was reading Rev. 7 today and this portion reminded me that you have a part in bringing this outcome! …. there before me was a great multitude that no one could count, from every nation, tribe, people and language, standing before the throne and in front of the Lamb! They were wearing white robes and holding palm branches in their hands. And they cried in a loud voice, “Salvation belongs to our God, Who sits on the throne and to the Lamb”.
Wow! Those wonderful pictures capture the joy and satisfaction that family was created by God to bring into our lives. Thank you for sharing them…may your hearts be filled with kindness that love brings! 1 Cor.13
Jim
Dear Andi and Joel,
Thank you for sharing your pictures. It is always a blessing. Glad you got your house all set up and that Joel’s father was there to help with the water. Looks like the kids are having a great time with Grandma and Grandpa. Hope the joy of your Christmas celebration spills over to your neighbors and those with whom you worship. Blessings to all of you
So glad you are having such a blessed time! I know it is special for all of you and these memories will be treasured forever. I am so glad Mom and Dad and Becca get to come see you in your house. That is neat that they get to celebrate with you in the house that you will probably being celebrating in for years to come. Glad they could help you start out there great memories there. Love you all!
Oh… I loved seeing these photos. Did my Grandma heart so good. Sooooo good for Bruce and Cindy. Merry Christmas to all the dear McMartins.
Like Andrea, it warms my heart to read about this. We love Bruce and Cindy, and are so excited for Becca and Michelle to get there!
Also, fun to see Polish pottery at your Thanksgiving celebration! Surprised Andrea didn’t mention that in her comment.
Ken
On top of it all, I hear snow is in the forecast, and pepperoni, and………..
STONEAGE! If you don’t know about StoneAge, don’t ask.
love and prayers, and a Merry Christmas too,
Aunt Patti
These photos make me so happy I”m almost teary! What a fantastic gift God is giving to all of you. Of course the McMartins are frosting Christmas cookies! You need some photos of card playing and the visit will be complete.
I rejoice with all of you. Love your phrase: paradise in the desert. Sounds Biblical!
God is so good to you that it warms me!
Andrea
There’s just nothing like our loved ones. Can you imagine–Heaven with our family for eternity!!! Can’t get any better than that. Thanks for sharing your JOY with us.
How precious!! The joy and excitement on everyoones face is priceless. This will be a memorable Christmas for all of you. Thank you Lord