... as each grace-filled breath rushes in; expanding and filling our forever dependent and needy lungs; thankfulness floods over us and overwhelms our hearts; knowing that each incremental step of the journey is a treasured gift from the very hands of our Maker. We are moved by gratitude and thankfulness; lifting our sails heavenward; shoving off into uncharted waters and unfathomable depths of faith; cutting all ties with the shore that beckons to keep us close within her arms; responding to love WITH love. And as we lovingly trust the Compass that resides within our chest with each faith-filled "yes" that falls from our lips, many of hearts will be lifted from stormy seas on our course; baring great evidence of heavenly perfection in our masts as we love with no regard or hesitation....