Shalom

I have mentioned Shalom before in blogs but I am going to bring it up again tonight. This evening, Mom, Grandma, Zack, Zoe and I went to the Journey to Bethlehem in Memphis. You start off driving from the square to a location a few miles away while the leader tells you about your journey. You are given your papers and a shekel and start the journey. You encounter Romans, thieves, beggers and other people. As we approach people, we say Shalom every time. Shalom which is a greeting is also meant for peace. This word has taken on a whole new meaning this year. As we walked to the manger where we see Jesus after he was just born., the shalom there and the shalom felt by most of Bethlehem was just incredible. This morning as church Grandma talked about how we think of Jesus when he is a baby but we don't really think about the fact that he grew up like any other child which is kind of like how when we accept Christ we sometimes leave it as that. We need to let him mature in our hearts just like he matured as a child. I am regrettably falling behind on my bible reading. I read most of yesterdays but haven't finished it. I will catch up on all tomorrow while Casen naps. I love reading about Ruth because she is a great example for women everywhere. Today's reading was 1 Samuel 4-12. Today was also my parent's 29th anniversary. After church Dad cooked us steak. Then I worked on some things till 3. I caught the last quarter of the Chiefs game which they beat the undefeated packers! I went over to my sister's house after the game. I helped her and the kids make peppermint fudge then brought the kids back after Journey to Bethlehem. I came home and worked on some more things while watching I'll be home for Christmas and Santa Clause 2. I am going to go to bed soon so good night!