Every childbirth changes a family, of course. But Caleb’s was like an explosion for us. The series of events that followed were like the aftermath of everything flying up into the air only to disappear completely, or land in unexpected places at random times…

I suppose I’ve told you so much before that I can’t not tell you this. I think there’s something powerful about the truth of our shared stories that help us understand where we are in the universe, and how we might best navigate our way through it. So here is my best attempt at explaining. I hope it helps in some way.

There’s a reason why God uses the word “Father” so much in trying to help us understand who He is, and how we are to relate to Him. Few things in life resemble this dynamic as well as parenthood. I learn so much about my own relationship with God by observing simple, everyday interactions with my children.