From Afar

Last week, we went down to Kingston to get Danae's visa processed. It is a simple process, but they require that you leave your passport at the office for 5 days. At the time, we didnt think anything about it, this is simply a routine part of the process. Fast forward to Saturday morning and we learn about Grandpa Zimmerman passing. Knowing that he had been very sick, we had discussed the possibilities of flying up to the states upon his passing. We had determined that it was not feasible for our entire family to fly, but that Keri and Danae might make a quick trip. Saturday morning, we started looking at flights and times and were zeroing in on a possible plan. Flying out on Sunday and back on Wednesday. And, then it hit us, we dont have Danae's passport. It was a Saturday and so the office was closed for the weekend and Monday is a national holiday. Boom, decision made, we are stuck. Not that this position is entirely new, but that doesnt make it easier. Many times, we have joined a Christmas dinner via Skype, listened to a funeral via a phone call, or gotten a recording of an event after the fact. While we have done it many times, its just not the same. Yes, it is better than nothing, but its hard. So, we are weeping with those who weep from afar, and its not fun. But, we know that the God of all comfort knows no bounds. Geography is not a factor and we pray for grace as we miss the celebration on Tuesday morning of a completion of the race. To God be the Glory for a life well-lived in Christ.