Domenico Ghirlandaio, “An Old Man and his Grandson”, ca. 1490
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Do not let your hearts be troubled. You have faith in God; have faith also in me.
—John 14:1
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awoken by the night
the good father makes his rounds
peeking into rooms to make sure all is where it should be
a silent prayer
a midnight blessing
a distant siren
a room full of toys
a smile
a memory
giving life to his own father’s watchfulness many years before
the needy cat cries
he better attend to her needs
before she awakes the rest of the house
but before returning to bed
he’ll lovingly recall
once more
a great promise
a great hope
a room full of toys
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In my Father’s house there are many dwelling places. If there were not, would I have told you that I am going to prepare a place for you?
—John 14:2
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—Howard Hain
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The Victor's Place 
I truly hope the wheel that is life continues to turn forever
As I look upon my grandson napping in the room full of toys in our house
And with God’s blessing he too will have the same opportunity
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Beautiful reminder. Thank you!
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Recalling the book, In My Father’s House” by Max Lucado, which takes one from room to room as life evolves from young to old age. Just when we are comfortable in one room, we are urged to leave and move on, often away from our favorite toys, or comfortable chair, onto the challenges, comedies, of growth.
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