Joy Reflections are about the things that bring joy into my life. Usually that is my faith, family, or music. This week I get to reflect on two aspects simultaneously. I had a recent experience with music that caused me to consider how God has ordered my life.
I live in a small-ish home with a small-ish porch. I understand. Size is relative. My small could be someone else’s big. So let me clarify, it’s not a tiny house, it’s just a home that’s not big. Many people my age talk about down sizing. They move from their McMansion to a cute cottage or bungalow once the kids move out and life priorities change. We moved from a miniscule apartment to a small-ish home in 2011. This is our up sizing and empty nest all in one.
When we first saw this house, I was so glad to see a front porch, even a small one. To me a porch is the essence of homey.
One thing I’ve learned about my homes over the years. Continue reading