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7 things to be in wonder of:

1. The miracle of life. Welcome to the world Shepherd! May God bless you and keep you, you have been born into a loving and amazing family.
2. A child's smile, touch, laughter, the way they see the world and take it in.
3. The love between a man and a woman that can unite them at the very center of their being. A love created by an almighty God for us, his children.
4. The unconditional love between a parent and a child. Even better, that unconditional love from the Father who first gave it to us.
5. The fact that the creator of the universe is Love, and His love is perfected in us. (see 1 John 4)
6. "That we're living just to fall more in love with Him." (Lyrics from the song Deeper, by Delirious)
7. That somehow, in someway, separation can bring us closer to the important things in life. I have had a lot of time the past 2 years to wonder how healthy it can be to spend so much time away from loved ones. It has been a struggle learning the best way to communicate, and dealing with a lack of physical presence; the hugs, kisses, hand holding, baby carrying, just being around, that provides much of the experience in relationships. I am constantly reminded about how our connection to God lacks that physical presence that we so often desire. Another song on my "home" playlist reminds of this constant battle of holding on and letting go...