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Cemeteries, Cathedrals, Conflict

The weather changed every 20 minutes today.

Sun.
Rain.
Sun.
Rain.
Sun.
Rain.
Hail.
Snow?
Sun.
Rain.

No joke.

But content-wise, it was a lovely day and I wish I had the right cord for my camera so I could upload a photo or two. It may be creepy or geeky or both, but I love cemeteries and I love cathedrals.


I had tears in my eyes twice today. Once in a moment of heartfelt prayer. And once in the midst of resolving conflict.*

Conflict stresses me out. This isn't a new revelation, but it surprises me every time. Truly and deeply, it affects me. And I'm not always sure if it's really over even when both people agree it is. But I guess that is what the rest of this week will show.

That is all for today. I just need to stay awake long enough to ensure I'll sleep through the night tonight.


* Another factor is the reality that I've yet to sleep through the night here. Nights #1&2 we had noisy neighbours. Last night was silent, but against my own will, I woke up around 3 and lay in bed thinking til sometime after 5am.

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  1. Dennis11:44 AM

    Like you I like cemeteries and cathedrals (churches) but not conflict. Who does like conflict? Praying for you and your team.

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