If you have ever walked in our neighborhood, you most likely know Jo! She's the one with the big smile and kind words. We would catch up for a minute (and sometimes longer), if we had the time. We have missed her in the neighborhood. We are thanking God for the opportunity to get to know Jo & Pete and count them as friends and neighbors. Now she walks and talks in the garden with our Lord. Someday we shall see her again, we are encouraged by that truth!
I wanted to share what strikes me most about Jo, it was her generosity. Whether a smile (a mile wide), a laugh or a concern it was always wrapped in kindness and thoughts for others.
Just a few examples - offering to walk our special needs son, Paul, in the neighborhood; sharing the news of a neighborhood break-in; vegetables from the garden; a bluebird home; helping move Bobbi & Jenni & Kevin; neighborhood parties ('what can I bring or can we give you money for food?'); sharing her time and love for life with children, she delighted in children, especially Jenni & Kevin's group!
Charlie & I are thankful for last New Year's Eve neighborhood party, and our last visit on the front porch.
We are praying for you, Pete, Hope & Ben.
In His amazing grace - Julie & Charlie