Legally Rambling (January 3, 2010). I sit in the Wright Library tonight using a desk that has to be over one hundred years old, a gift from the greats (grandfather, aunt and uncle). Ultimately delivered to me by my father – another great! My old desk another victim of the legal process called divorce. Listening to Switchfoot!
Now despite having gone through the legal process, I still don’t believe in divorce. While I realize from a legal and scriptural standpoint I have every right to a divorce in my case, I must state to my children if you read this in the future, I did everything to avoid it. I quite strongly am a peaceful follower of Christ, believe in marriage, and, if that makes me an extremist under the eyes of the system. Well, then I strongly state that - I am!
So now you know where Legally Rambling has been – involved in a high conflict (not on my part) divorce for the past several months that at this point is over. In fact, without going into the facts of the case, I believe my fellow Divorce Care (offered through Watermark Community Church) participants enjoyed my presence each of the thirteen weeks (when I could attend) of the class because my stories made them feel better about their divorces. They certainly supported me during mine – still praying for y’all! Mine was that bad!
I have to state a big Thank You! to the Christian Community of Watermark Community Church for your prayers and for supporting a Catholic guy through one of lifes worst experiences. They prayed for me, with me, offered to clean my house, watch my children, provide security for me … and on … and on … and on! As a follower of Christ they literally had my back! More churches could follow your example of Christian Community! Also to the Wimberley Bible Study Group - they did all of the above and more – A lifetime of Thanks!
So yesterday was moving day - the day where the major property was exchanged. It was quite a day from an emotional standpoint. I feel like a guy standing in the middle of Dresden after its bombing during World War II by the British Royal Air Force and United States Army Air Force. A historical note, the resulting firestorm destroyed 39 square kilometres (15 sq mi) of the city centre. What an experience!
You know, property may have been moved around yesterday, but my faith remains strong and unmoved and I am amazed by my family. The strength my father exhibited even after losing my mom at the start of all this was awe inspiring. He is still my hero! The advice provided by my brother Patrick is a true testament as to why he is a gifted family lawyer and my sister-in-law Sheri provided so much help I can’t list it all! And, the Wimberley family standing for what is right - a true Christian example!
The only real thing of importance that was moved yesterday was my heart. I am humbled by everything my family has done for me over the last several months. You all have my love and a lifetime of my thanks! I am proud to call you all family and Praise God for you in my life!
Ramble On!
Now despite having gone through the legal process, I still don’t believe in divorce. While I realize from a legal and scriptural standpoint I have every right to a divorce in my case, I must state to my children if you read this in the future, I did everything to avoid it. I quite strongly am a peaceful follower of Christ, believe in marriage, and, if that makes me an extremist under the eyes of the system. Well, then I strongly state that - I am!
So now you know where Legally Rambling has been – involved in a high conflict (not on my part) divorce for the past several months that at this point is over. In fact, without going into the facts of the case, I believe my fellow Divorce Care (offered through Watermark Community Church) participants enjoyed my presence each of the thirteen weeks (when I could attend) of the class because my stories made them feel better about their divorces. They certainly supported me during mine – still praying for y’all! Mine was that bad!
I have to state a big Thank You! to the Christian Community of Watermark Community Church for your prayers and for supporting a Catholic guy through one of lifes worst experiences. They prayed for me, with me, offered to clean my house, watch my children, provide security for me … and on … and on … and on! As a follower of Christ they literally had my back! More churches could follow your example of Christian Community! Also to the Wimberley Bible Study Group - they did all of the above and more – A lifetime of Thanks!
So yesterday was moving day - the day where the major property was exchanged. It was quite a day from an emotional standpoint. I feel like a guy standing in the middle of Dresden after its bombing during World War II by the British Royal Air Force and United States Army Air Force. A historical note, the resulting firestorm destroyed 39 square kilometres (15 sq mi) of the city centre. What an experience!
You know, property may have been moved around yesterday, but my faith remains strong and unmoved and I am amazed by my family. The strength my father exhibited even after losing my mom at the start of all this was awe inspiring. He is still my hero! The advice provided by my brother Patrick is a true testament as to why he is a gifted family lawyer and my sister-in-law Sheri provided so much help I can’t list it all! And, the Wimberley family standing for what is right - a true Christian example!
The only real thing of importance that was moved yesterday was my heart. I am humbled by everything my family has done for me over the last several months. You all have my love and a lifetime of my thanks! I am proud to call you all family and Praise God for you in my life!
Ramble On!
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