Family means so much to me...on many levels. I am grateful that I was born to Charles and Barbara Huffman and grew up in the beautiful Blue Ridge mountains of Virginia. Add to that four brothers, (two older, two younger), precious relatives and there were many blessings. A life-long best friend, for over fifty years, is also considered family to us. It doesn't get any more special than that.
I also grew up in a wonderful Church family. Dad was worship leader for many years while Mom helped with Sunday school classes and choir. Precious ministers and families, as well as an incredible youth program, incredible musical talent and Virginia's finest cooks were part of that community.
Moving to Kentucky was one of the most life-changing decisions I ever made. Several youth from LGCC attended KCU, which brought an additional definition of family. New friends became brothers and sisters for life...for whom I am very grateful. Some have gone Home but I know I will see them again. Others reside all over the USA and world...and it overwhelms me to realize how our family grew so beautifully.
Family also grew to include my sweet husband of thirty years plus two amazing adult children...and two adorable dogs. My dream of being a wife and mom came true far more than I ever imagined. We have lived in several communities, including several ministries, and in each one, God has blessed us with precious folks who also became lifelong family. I am amazed.
Family...blood, relatives, friends, church folks and neighbors...are a true gift from God. I am grateful for my Heavenly Father and the amazing gift of family...past, present and future.♥~thl
"But Ruth replied, 'Don't urge me to leave you or to turn back from you. Where you go I will go, and where you stay I will stay. Your people will be my people and your God my God.'" Ruth 1: 17
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