They say that you know a man best by reading his personal correspondence. The true man is revealed in his letters. Thomas Jefferson wrote over 19,000 personal letters.
This week we got some great letters. I got an e-mail from Ray and one from my sister Rachel. I received e-mails from blog friends and copies of e-mails from missionaries serving throughout the world. Joe and Ande sent us a postcard of Duke, the surfing legend. Grace sent pictures of projects she completed. This morning I opened the in-box to a detailed letter (and pictures) from Abe who is currently deployed to Afghanistan.
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| can you tell which one is Abe? |
All is quiet on the Cali front only because she's visiting the Ellsworth family this week, but I can't wait to hear about it soon. Tonight or tomorrow we'll receive a weekly family e-mail from Joe and Ande, and Ty and Michelle.
And then . . . there is this text Calvin sent a week or so ago: "You are right ........ I was wrong ....... I apologize ..... 123." I saved that one in my phone in case he needs to say it again soon.
I'm certain that is why I enjoy and appreciate the scriptures. They remind me of letters. Letters clear full of details signed, sealed, and delivered from Heavenly Father. And you know what they say . . . you know a man best by reading his correspondence.
8 comments:
You are so gifted in many ways. One of the ways is your ability to take a subject and turn it into a story, a sermon, a thought....many ways do you influence others. When I used to teach in church I always used objects to get a point acrossed but you have the gift to not only do that but to put it down in words...that I cannot do. I always look forward to your posts as I am one of your most ardent "students". Ever thought about writing a book? You should. Hugs.
Tim retired???? I'll miss him.
Sorry it has been so long Jane. I miss reading your blog and staying up to date with your family. We have been SO busy. Life is so full right now, but I can hardly complain. We have so many blessings surrounding us and we are so amazed at the delivery of them.
I hope you have a wonderful week.
I really love the way you write your posts. Letter are so great to receive. This makes me want to go write a few. I have plenty to write.
Did you know Sunday nights are my favorite because of all the family emails we get? Letters are the best. And what a great way to describe the scriptures. I sure love you.
Tim with the mustache? He always joked about my brother having the first name Elder when I sent him packages during his mission. He was slower than cold tar but oh so friendly.
I love a good letter/email/text too. Youve sent me some of those, thank you.
A great new way to look at the scriptures.
Letters are definitely the best, and I love the way you describe them!
Yes. You keep that text:)
I love letters too. Thank you for yours last week.
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