Home Sweet Home

Psalm 84

My wife and I are beginning the discussion about downsizing. We currently live in a 2-story 4-bedroom 2 1/2-bath home with a yard. Much too much for just her and I. Our son and his girlfriend moved out close to 3 years ago, and it's apparent they won't be moving back in, which leaves us with 2 cats and a dog to share our home with.

Of course, as children do when they leave the home, our son and his girlfriend left behind a few items; clothing, a dresser, a TV, their bed, did I mention clothes. I don't mind, honestly, they are in a small place and I know they don't have room for all of their possessions. As a parent I'm honestly delighted that they keep a few things here as it leaves hope that one day they may be back.

As my wife and I discussed what kind of a place we may want to move to the discussion turned to our son and if we needed to continue to provide a place for him even as he went into his thirties and forties. The answer was a non-negotiable yes from both of us. We both agreed that we would always provide somewhere to live for our son and whoever was in his life for as long as we are able. It was our way to know that he would always have a place to stay; a home.

I can't help but feel God does the same for us. When we leave this earth it's nice to know that we have a place to go. A place where we will be forever welcomed and loved. A place we can now and forever call home.