Yes, I know it sounds random, and it was random. As I driving home this afternoon there was a huge truck blocking the road, obviously trying to maneuver himself back onto the road (which was not easy, I can tell you that). As I was patiently waiting for him to accomplish the task, I took a look at the load in his truck. At first it seemed like your regular load of donkeys, but when I took a closer look I spotted a small bear stomping around in a semi-covered cage, and a llama mixed in with the donkeys. I do wish I had my camera with me. Finally the driver got on the road and I was on my way, smiling to myself as I thought of how random, yet not surprisingly unusual the whole situation had been.
Walking home on the crunchy snow that lights up a December evening, I felt so thankful. The revelation that fellowship and being together is the best gift you can give someone, and realising that although it might seem small, it can turn into something big when a person feels seen and valued. Yesterday I helped out with a crafts workshop for a group of lovely women volunteering for Crux where I worked before (well, in all honesty: they were making angels while I ate Christmas cookies, Quality Street chocolate, and chatted). I love walking alongside people in conversation, and realise sharing life for 2 hours can last so much longer in value and experience. This evening we had our Christmas dinner for volunteers and people who are part of my current job. It was a delightful evening with many nations gathered around the same table…. eating the same food… and for a few hours creating a small fellowship moment that will become a good memory for the future. Often in my job ...