EO and I stayed up talking for a long time last night.  Once in awhile we will do that.  Because it is the only time we can talk without interruption.  With all that is going on, we have been needing to do that more and more.  He talked about his parents a lot last night.  He said his dad was telling him about when he and Carol started dating and what their lives were like.  Some of it I hadn't heard before but some I had.  But it was sure nice to hear it again, since it has been a long time since I heard about their budding romance.  So sweet.  What was really interesting to me was, how much their story was like our story.  The first night we met we talked about things we wanted, goals we had and what we were looking for in a marriage.  It didn't take long and we were engaged and then a short engagement and we were married.  I was glad that was how it was for his parents so they could understand why we too could move so quickly to get married.  We talked about the "big issues" right from the start.  We also never had trouble talking to each other.  there was never uncomfortable silence. 

When he talked about what his parents were like when they were young... i could see how much EO is like his parents and I love it!!  Like his parents, he is content with sustenance and covering.  Sharing with others who are in need.  Always putting others first. Quiet dispositions but can be silly and playful.  Don't need or desire the spotlight or drama, but just want to enjoy their surroundings.  They genuinely hurt when others are hurting and rejoice when others receive blessings.  These are the things that drew me to EO and his family and I have cherished them every day for their quiet and mild spirit. 

The house is quiet and I am enjoying the reflections from last night.  When i couldn't stay awake any longer, I asked EO to keep talking and his voice has always soothes me.  Just like that, we were awake again.  I started my morning worship then we had family worship before everyone was off to start their day.  I will keep the fire burning until they are back home.   
I so deeply love my family!