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Point A to Point (?)

If you ever listen carefully enough, you can hear the wind blowing.  If you are watching for it's evidence, you will see it move through the trees, grass, and plants.  Several months ago, a windstorm was brewing in my life unbeknownst to me.  The Lord had much to say to Michael and I if we were careful enough to listen.  He has much to do through us, if we are ready to watch.  Here is the story.  Take or leave the details: Before Michael and I ever married, we had talked about being foster parents.  Through many signficant people and experiences in our lives, our burden was strong for hurting children who for whatever reason were unable to experience the joy of a home, a family, and God's grace and love.  We entered marriage knowing that somehow this burden would uniquely affect our story but wanting only God's timing and answer for what that would look like.  With so many children needing homes and attention and love, we have not felt specifically called to have our o