Monday, July 6, 2009

Sisters of My Heart

I have an amazing sister. Recently I bid her farewell as she embarks on the next portion of her journey. I treasured the time that we spent together, and I'll miss her dearly! With thoughts of sisterhood swirling in my head, I entered a nearby coffee shop on July 4th.

Upon entering the warm surroundings of Joe Sipper's, I spotted my dear friend and former roommate. We hadn't talked for several months. Smiles were exchanged and conversation began. As we talked, I felt a connection of our hearts. Even though changes have been made in both of our lives, we were somehow on the same page in our walk with Jesus.

While tasting the delightful turkey sandwich, humus and chips, I spotted another young lady that I hadn't seen since my early teens. She told tales of following Jesus with sparkling eyes. No, I don't have a deep relationship with this dear one, but I must tell you, it felt like we were sisters.

On Sunday, my dear pastor's wife and I had an exchange about sisters, and I must say I count her as mine.

I guess what I'm trying to say is that although blood is strong, my sisters are of different ages, walks of life, denominations, and locations, but the bond of sisterhood is a stong one. I think that through these times of reuniting/connecting we get little glimpses of what Heaven must be like. What it must be like to spend eternity with those who have a living/vibrant relationship with Jesus!

I could write a lengthy BLOG about each of you, my sisters! Thank you for your support and encouragement. I can't wait until our next meeting, when hearts connect and we spur each other on in our journey!


5 comments:

Rachel Hurst said...

So sweet sis! I love ya!

Alanna said...

Enjoyed reading Jo! I too understand that feeling of connection even though I don't have a "real" sister. I've been thinking about you and Rach ... wish I could run up there sometime, but I've been so busy with work. But I'm heading out this Friday for a little vacation to be with a dear "sister" in North Carolina. :)

Hugs!

lauralavon said...

Loved this post, Jo. So true.
Love you!

Kelli said...

Aw Jo. This blog entry fits you to a "T". So sweet and thoughtful. I know you have been a true (and sometimes, only) sister in my life as you know my struggles with my own biological sisters. I thank you for your friendship and I love you.

I am excited about this new adventure you're about to undertake and even more excited that you'll be hours away from me!! Keep me posted...

Making Memories 1999 said...

We're the blessed ones to be able to call you "sister"!! Hope you're having a wonderful day!