Sabbatical Countdown Begins

Thursday, August 28



Wow, I can't believe it. One sermon, three visits, one more yard mowing, and the packing concludes. As September 1 approaches I am so thankful for the gift of this Sabbatical. 28 years and this is my first sabbatical. I've had some extended time off before, but hospitals, doctors, surgeries, tubes, physical rehab do not a sabbatical make.



The journey I've chosen is truly a quest to find my soul's medley. "What Makes Your Heart Sing?" someone asked.



Well, that's it. The question is enough. I've always played the piano/keyboard by ear. I feel music. I have minimal music theory, but I feel it at the center of my being. Nothing has ever moved me to tears faster than a song. I have my older siblings to thank, perhaps. They gathered 'round my crib and sang, "Poor little lamb has lost its way, bah, bah, bah" and they laughed watching me cry.



Now I have the chance of a lifetime to do one of those things "I've always wanted to do." I get to try to find my soul medley.



Grace and peace. God is Good!