historic... to be sure.

something pretty cool happened in our family today. 

today was a first for 3 shafers.

between beth becoming a u.s. citizen this year... and the juxtaposition of jenn & ian's birthdates... it worked out that for the 1st time the 3 of them had the opportunity to join me in helping decide who will lead our country for the next 4 years.

i wish i could guarantee that our votes didn't cancel each other out.

but whatever happens tonight... these are fascinating days we're living in.  i'm reminded how frequently in history G*D has used complex times to advance his redemptive/kingdom agenda through leaders who fell absurdly short of qualifying for what most of us think G*D's starting line-up might look like.  (and that statement remains the same regardless of who wins the election)

i rest in the strength & dexterity of an involved G*D... regardless of my inability to know & understand all the things that influence his movement.

and then to hear that my newly citizenized wife had texted her kids to remind them that today is the greatest day in america... and that many men & women had given their lives to guarantee their freedom...

...well... ...in spite of all its challenges & difficulties & many sins... it makes me thankful to live in the good ol' u.s. of a.

thanks G*D.

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[Tim M]

Stadium style cheering... USA... USA... USA... USA!