My little brother, Danny, has officially left to Boston.
He will be attending Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary to pursue a Master's in Divinity.
I told him the night before he left as we cuddled with our dog Minnie, that he shouldn't cry. He has been given an awesome opportunity not many people get to experience and to just enjoy it. Especially the drive - even though its 32 hours. As he left that morning, we hugged and I wished him well. Once he drove off I couldn't help but go to my room, praise God and CRY tears of joy! Witnessing such an opportunity being given to an immediate family member just blows my mind. God is SO good and faithful! Danny will do well in the name of Jesus.
Two years ago we experienced a similar scenario when our older brother Joel married DeeAnn and left home into their own home. Now, two years later, Danny leaves the nest that Mami & Papi created for us about 28 years ago when they married. As much as we prepare for these life-changing experiences, it will always be difficult to adapt - at first. Yet reminding ourselves that we serve a constant God (Hebrews 13:8) that is in control of each situation and change brings peace and comfort.
Danny,
The time has
come for you to finally spread your wings and leave the nest Mom and Dad built
for you 22 years ago. We did it all
together. We went through the same schools together having to sit alone and
together at lunch because we were new. We always ordered the same thing at
restaurants (Subway, Red Robin, Royal Inn, you name it). We always knew when a
random person walked by that we found them attractive and called each other out
on it. Knowing I won’t have someone to do that with anymore saddens me but not
as sad as knowing all the chores you are leaving behind for me to do. I can say
we have an amazing irreplaceable bond. I am incredibly proud of your
accomplishments and wish you the absolute best in Boston. I love you
and miss you!
Love,
Abby
Danny leaving home.
Danny's new home for the next 3 years.
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