Freedom isn't Free

Hello dear friends! I honestly can't quite believe I haven't written a post since October 1st but alas it's true. I'm hoping to get back in the saddle again!

We just returned from a vacation with my family to Washington D.C. and Williamsburg, VA. It was absolutely lovely - no little children were allowed!! All the grandkids stayed at home (and had a blast I might add) and so we had complete freedom!

What a trip to think about freedom though. As we walked (and walked) all over D.C., I was struck by the sacrifices made by so many throughout our nation's history and even now. I'm humbled as I think of the men and women who have sacrificed their lives to fight for our freedom.
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While in Colonial Williamsburg, Clint was called on to join General George Washington's army. I was quite proud! Isn't he cute? I mean really!

Seriously though, when he marched away with the others it made me think about how painful that would have been to see him go.

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A young husband leaving his wife and 3 little kids to fight for freedom.

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It's hard for me to imagine and yet that's the reality facing many American families today.

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So let's be praying for these families. I can't pretend to know or understand what they are experiencing but I can pray to the One who does.