For quite a few years my sisters and I have been having a Sister's Day whenever one of us has a birthday. The birthday girl chooses the activity. Betty Ann's birthday (we won't say which one) is July 6. She rented a cabin in Snyder County for July 1-3 and invited all of her siblings (and spouses) to spend the time with her.
Some of us left at bedtime on July 2, but we were all together a little more than 24 hours. Since Merle and Edith live in Canada, we don't often have the chance to all sleep under the same roof. We had a good time, but I couldn't help thinking how much our activities have changed since we went to the cabin together years ago. Instead of climbing trees and falling in the spring, we sat on the porch and talked.
The conversation has changed considerably over the years too. We've gone through several stages as we moved through life. At one time the main topic of conversation was our children and the struggles of child rearing. Our children and grandchildren are not left out now, but we discussed some topics that were never mentioned years ago---such as blood pressures and what medications we take. Thankfully, I didn't have much to say on that subject as I don't take anything except an occassional Tylonol for headaches.
We wrapped up the day by singing together in English and German. Then my preacher brothers serenaded us with songs in Creole and Spanish, which are the languages of the countries where they have served in missions. After singing, we shared some of the thoughts currently on our hearts and minds. We got our love of music from our father and love of books from our mother. Although we don't all live close together, we are close at heart. What a blessing!
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