Sunday, March 14, 2010

Joy in the Journey




"It is God to whom and with whom we travel, and while He is the End of our journey, He is also at every stopping place." Elisabeth Elliot

I am going on a long journey with lots of stopping places, and may not be able to post for awhile. The next few weeks I will be feverishly trying to get everything done that needs to be done when one is gone for a month's time. I also have a HUGE project at church that takes place shortly after I get back, so I am trying to accomplish as much as possible on that before I leave.

Now, this journey is a JOYOUS one ~ praise God. It is one of His lavish gifts for which I am extremely grateful. I will join my daughters for their Spring Breaks in Europe. Since they are not scheduled at the same time, nor are they concurrent; the four-week time span comes into play.

My daughters are graduating from college, and moving on into a more mature place in their lives....one of commitment and responsibility (read: jobs, with limited vacation time.)

So, this is a perfect opportunity to spend quality, unfettered time with them while visiting exotic locations. How wonderful is that?-




Sara Beth chose Turkey for her destination.  We will spend time in Istanbul.  I am very excited because I get to go back to one of my FAVORITE places I have ever been ~ Ephesus. OH.MY.WORD. To be able to see where Paul lived and preached ~ to walk the same streets!!! Incredible. And, by the way, those streets upon which I will tread once again, are MOSAIC. Yep, mosaic! The accoustics in the amphitheater in which he preached are phenomenal. You can whisper, and still hear. We will also visit Capedoccia. Capedoccia from what I've read is very interesting.





I will then spend some down-time on my own in Italy ~ visting Ariccia (Sara Beth's town, and visiting my friend, Anne in Assisi.  Assisi has been on my Bucket List because of Francis.



Then, Meg has chosen Greece for her destination. We will be staying in Santorini for a few days and then some friends have graciously and generously offered us their home on the island of Naxos ~ about two hours ferry ride from Santorini. Wonder of wonders ~ EASTER in Greece is HUGE....bigger than Christmas, and Orthodox Greek Easter falls while we are there. So, I am very excited to see what that experience is like.





Now, here is an interesting side note. I have loved traveling all my life. However, a few years ago....I felt like I was putting it too high on my "Priority List," and it was interfering with my Top Priority ~ my relationship with God, because it was taking up too much time ~ planning and thoughts. So, instead of 'me' being my travel agent....I made God my Travel Agent. (Duh ~ He's my Travel Agent anyway, but I wasn't letting Him plan my itinerary ~ forcing my plans on Him, instead of the other way around. Not the way to go.
So, He has taken away my desire to travel. Which is sort of weird and sad, but 1,000% OK.

Though I am THRILLED to be able to travel with my girls...being gone for a month is a bit daunting to me. I am a HOMEBODY.

Like everything, I just want this trip to glorify my Father in heaven. With so many spiritual elements involved, I think He will show us some great and mighty things. I am praying so.

So, although I hope to post on my trip....can't promise between available Internet access and such.

So, hang in there with me.  I'll be back.  God and I are traveling.

4 comments:

  1. Have an amazing trip!! That is awesome. You will love your time away with your girls. I'm sure God's hand will be on every detail of this trip. Enjoy and post when and if you can while away. If not, we will all be right here when you get back. Love & blessings from NC!

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  2. Hi Becky,

    Checked my blog today to see a sweet surprise visit from you in Italy! How cool is that! :-)

    I will be praying for your safety while you are gone, please be careful. Most of all enjoy every minute with your daughters!

    And enjoy the beauty that only our Lord can create!

    ~Love Carissa

    PS I know your Ladies retreat is coming up in April~ Iw ish I could be there I know it will be fabulous! I'll pray for the Lord to give you stength during your travels and for all that has to be done when you return.

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  3. If I had known you'd spend time in Santorini, I'd have NEVER agreed to keep the dog! LOL, just kidding. Greece is on my life's bucket list - maybe someday I'll get there. Eat bread and cheese for me - ride a donkey - have a glad of vino! HAVE FUN WITH YOUR GIRLS!

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  4. Hi Becky,

    I hope you've had a lovely trip. We are paired for the letter writing exchange at Elizabeth's blog.
    She sent me your email address beckyjberry @ gmail. com (no spaces), but it just bounced back to me, so something's not quite right.

    Hopefully we'll connect soon.

    Lorrie

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