Do you remember those childhood friends that you may have only seen once or twice a year, but those rare moments were filled with fun? These are the sweet kiddos who belong to Kim and Randy, our precious friends of 19 years! Both of our families moved from Shawnee within weeks of each other nearly 12 years ago, but we've still been blessed to see each other several times a year. The oldest of the group, Luke, is missing in this pic but otherwise this is the crazy crew! These kiddos have known each other from the moment they took their first breaths. These are the type of friends who don't judge Jack for wearing pajamas in the middle of the day and who somehow manage to all understand each other's idiosyncrasies. They always pick up right where they left off and never seem to tire of the constant laughter and goofiness. I love how God grants friendship to the children of parents who walk life together. These generations of Godly friendships are extensions of the vast body of Christ living life together over days, months and years. I think sometimes you hold the moments and memories most dear when they are rare in their occurrences. I pray that God will continue to grow their long-distance friendships as they each pursue the Lord in their lives. I pray that I be mindful of how even young friends can pray for one another and encourage one another in holy living. It is a sweet gift to have people placed throughout the country who know you dearly and whole-hardheartedly welcome you to their lives when the Lord graciously grants you the opportunity to glorify Him in the friendships He has designed for your life.
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