in ‘n out

Nope, not the classic west coast burger joint (although it’s a good place to grab a burger)  I’m talking about our experience with the Immigration and Naturalization Services today in York, PA.  Kim and I left State College at 5:45 this morning.  It was a stunningly brisk morning–the stars looked like jewels in the clear, cold sky.  We prayed in the driveway, looking at God’s handiwork, thanking him for his amazingosity.

2 hours and 15 minutes later, we pulled into the INS building next to the State Correctional Facility in York, PA.  We passed the home of York Barbells and Harley Davidson on the way.  A nice young lady put our fingers on the snazzy inkless fingerprinter thingy, and less than 30 minutes later, we were out the door.  We hit a Cracker Barrel for some breakfast (my second of the day, just to be honest.)

It was a long way to go to spend very little time doing what we could have done in State College.  But the ride gave us time to talk, to process where we are, how we’re doing in some other areas of life.

I’ve said it before, but I am a man blessed by God’s goodness.  I love my wife.  She is a godly, wise, creative, beautiful, resourceful woman.  She makes life fun, and helps me keep perspective.  She is optimistic, cheerful, and thoughtful.  I am a better man because of her influence.

I am thankful!  And a little tired…