The Trip I Can’t Have
Just two more days until my sister’s wedding, then on Sunday we start our long journey back home. I know each of us feels differently about it, but for me Thailand really does feel home. I like the US, and I really miss my friends, but for the last few weeks I’ve felt like my life has been on hold and I’m anxious to get back to it.
Cindy and I were talking about our trip the other night, and I realized something. The thing that I really want from this visit is something I can’t have. In seeing all the people I miss, what I really want is to share life with them again. I want to work with them, live with them, worship with them, but I can’t have that without changing our life again (and in some cases, changing the lives of some of my friends).
The best I can do is share about the parts of our lives that we’ve missed, a hope to see each other again, and maybe some small, fun experiences together (e.g. play games, see movies, etc.). It’s not enough, but it has to be for now.
When trying to follow what we believe God is calling us to do gives us much conflict. remember that He will provide all of the things you need and miss in His own way.
Safe smooth journey “home” to Thailand
Sure was good to see you all again. Have a great time at your sister’s wedding and I look forward to updates when you get home.
we miss you guys.
your kids looking for you guys come back home.
I have the same longing when I visit old friends. Growing up is annoying sometimes.
I don’t know why that half a day in Napa couldn’t have lasted longer, but then I guess I wouldn’t appreciate eternity with you guys as much. We sure do miss living life with you all, too. Isabelle had a lot of fun pushing Isaac around on the little bike!