One thing I will say though is how thankful I am for neighbors and the relationships I am developing with them. One of my neighbors (who I consider a friend now) just texted me to make sure I knew about the bad weather coming in (which I did not).
Another neighbor helped Blaine cut down some brush in our yard last weekend. Brought over his chainsaw and insisted on helping, after he had already done a significant amount of work on his side of the fence.
Another neighbor keeps us informed on important things happening in our community and with other families on our street (like when there was a death recently).
And still another offered us their grandchildren's swingset that has been outgrown.
I'm starting to see, as we develop these friendships and slowly grow more acquainted with the people living around us, I'm starting to see the value of community, of being connected to people. I like knowing the names of the individuals living next door, and I want to be more intentional about knowing more than just names, but knowing their needs, how they can be helped, their relationship with God, how we can pray for them.
I'm hopeful that these relationships with our neighbors will only continue to grow and that God will use me for His glory right here on this little street in this little town in north Georgia. I'm looking forward to what He has planned, as I respond in obedience to His mission right here in my neighborhood.
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