Jim and Chrys VanEtten stopped by the other evening to show me their "new" vehicle. It was a 1949 Ford Pick Up. WOW! It was something to behold. I couldn't help but think that if my parents would have been rich they could have bought me one for my high school graduation. (Yes I graduated from Lincoln Park High School in 1949.) We had fun looking at the "old girl" and Jim even offered to let me drive her. I think he was hoping that I would refuse and I did.When I looked at that truck I couldn't help think about the fact that no matter how hard we try aging is inevitable. It happens when we aren't even looking! Back in 1949 Jim's pick up truck looked modern and classy. Now it looks old and classy. AND THERE IT IS!! I know I can't avoid growing old but with the Lord's help I can grow old and still be "classy." I'm talking about being a first "class" Christian. My prayer is that I will always be renewed, refreshed, tuned up and ready to be of value in the Kingdom of God.
C...caring about other.
C...caring about other.
L...loving others.
A...Always ready to serve others.
S..Speaking kindly to others.
S..Sharing Jesus with others.
Thanks Jim and Chrys for the reminder that old age can still be first class.
PS If Jim ever offers to let me drive his truck again, I am going to do it!!!!
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8 comments:
Looking good in the car gram!
that is a GREAT color!!! I would have loved to drive that...maybe next time I'm in Adrian :)
love you, gram. I loved the blog about your week up north, wish I could have been there, too. i'm VERY impressed about you selling all of dad's books!!!
I want to be "old and classy" just like you, Audrey. Thanks for sharing with us. It is always uplifting. By the way, love Nonie's shoes!!!
See you in a few days in Indy.
Helena
Hey gram! I was wondering if you would be a pray partner for me while i am on my missions trip to Chicago? It is this next week, starting monday.
Looking good mom!
Loved both the classy blog and the camp blog! You are amazing! And so is my Auntie Irene! What a good looking lady!
Looking forward to Canada! Deb
gram you are classy. i liked your last blog...i like that picture
I hope I can grow up as classy as you and my mom.
Love you.
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