One year ago I boarded a plane from Sacramento, CA to East Texas, and I began one of the greatest adventures of my life. I laughed a ton, I sweat much more than I thought I ever could, I was challenged by others who sought the best for me, I fell in love with a baby colt, I managed to get five vehicles stuck in the mud, I dove into the scriptures, I met families who displayed sacrificial love, and I was supported by a community which brings me closer to Christ. Now, I am sitting in a room with the best roommate I could ask for, and I have the feeling one gets on Christmas Eve. The feeling of eager anticipation of the good to come coupled with the bittersweet reality of the fading moment. I am thrilled for this year to begin and the promise of the good to come, and I hope to savor each moment, knowing this season is a rare gift. I know I am serving here by God's grace and for His glory.
Today, I toured Hampton Court Palace, an official historic, royal palace. Following are some of the sights I saw, history I learned, and favorites I enjoyed. The guard chamber of King William III. The magnificent display of 2,871 items of armor and weapons displayed a message that William was a great soldier and peacemaker. William's Presence chamber. Only high-ranking individuals were permitted into this room. William would be distinguished by sitting on a Chair of Estate. Those who entered his presence were required to remove their hats and make three low bows to the King, or even his empty chair. I'm grateful to serve an accessible King, who is with me wherever I go. William's eating room. He was expected to dine here on occasions "in front of persons of good fashion and good appearance," in order to display the sumptuousness of his food and to reassure everyone he was in good health. He was served by three servants on bended knee. William's P...
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