In the Beginning

Some amazing things have happened.

My car has now been named Hansel (he's so hot right now). Mostly because he was overheating for reals. I really hope he makes it across the country and back. Nevada was tough for the guy today. It was so hot...

It was so good to see Grandma, though. I'm really glad that we made the decision to visit her. I didn't really even think about it before we got there (because we changed our whole route of travel yesterday). But I am so happy that we decided to. I love Grandma.

I am really trying hard not to have any expectations—just take it one step at a time. It was a good first day—God let us have amazing days to come.

There was so much beauty in the desert today. I love all landscapes, and the desert is one that is near and dear to my heart. The different shapes of the dunes and the many cacti, the myriad of colors. Just space and shapes and distortion of time and heat. And yet somehow life. I love it.

The night in the car was rough, but I love it as part of the experience. Running on little to no sleep I seem to appreciate so much of who God is and the power he has.

Zion was so beautiful. Talking with Malka about creation and the comfort of knowing that our God is the God who made all these beautiful things. It's just so amazing. And now that we are past Nevada somewhat, it isn't so hot. The smell here reminds me of the all church retreat, and brings back some great memories while I make new ones. Sufjan Stevens will forever be linked with beautiful country.

And Charlotte and Kim, I can't wait to start those books! I just don't want to miss anything on the road, so I have hit a major dilemma--when will I have the time to read them? I promise to start them both, though. They seem life changing.

Thanks God for all your wonderful works. We are truly blessed by you. Keep us in your presence and under your wing. Open our eyes to your influence and majesty. In all ways may we bless your holy name. And so it is.