Tonight, my husband and I drove to Canada, each taking a car, and dropped one off at the airport. This way, when we fly back from PEI, we’ll have a vehicle ready to take us home to the U.S.

Tomorrow morning at 8 am, we’ll begin our journey. We’ll be traveling until 8 pm and spending a few days in Chicago for my mother-in-law’s memorial. After that, we’ll drive all the way north to PEI, Canada, where she was born, to lay her to rest.

I’m actually grateful that the memorial is happening in two locations, with the burial taking place in a third. This process has stretched over two months, which allows us to grieve deeply and gives the family time together for healing.

Lord, I pray that You protect us on this journey, bring healing to this family, and guide me to share Your light wherever I go.