Happy Trails

And smile upon a friend. My former boss, Tony (great man of God), once drew a half of an oval on a piece of paper. He said, "Can you finish this figure for me?" I drew the other half of the oval. He said, "Ah but you forgot this." And he drew the tail of the fish. "Christians meet paths and share joy, and then they continue on. That's the meaning of the fish." I was pretty touched by the sentiment, and still remember that figure when saying goodbye even today (this was.... four years ago I think).

I go to college in Virginia. And I cherish these memories and relationships, these friends and family... these stalwart brothers. I wish to say, clearly, loudly, strongly this simple fact. I love you all, I love you all very much. Keep safe, be strong, watch over one another, be kind to one another, show the love of Christ in all things, and spur one another on in love to be united with Christ. I pray that in my absence all of you would grow and find peace, joy, and strength in your times of need. Happy trails, to you, until we meet again. For meet again we shall, either here or beyond gates more celestial.

Dt