- “Hi guys, Welcome!”
It’s a suspicion of mine that only a handful of people in the world can offer a smile that truly lights up a room.
“What brings you fellas our way?” Cathy offered.
The unpretentious warmth and the pleasant environment of the setting signaled the Genesis of one of the foremost adventures of my lifetime. I was unaware in the moment that through coming years much of my sense of belonging in a college environment would be nurtured and reinforced by an easy camaraderie found at this very spot.
My mentor-friend extended his hand offering an introduction, “Hi, I’m Jim and this is Jerry. We’re on campus looking to serve international students”.
The three of us chatted briefly. Cathy turned aside to acknowledge an approaching gentleman.
“Charlie, meet Jim and Jerry!”
“Guys, this is the Director of the Wesley, Charlie Spears.”
The friendly back-and-forth that followed was brief, but I felt it would be no surprise if our paths crossed sometime again. Perhaps soon.
Jim and I moved on across the college grounds, taking in as we went attractive architectural design dating back generations.
Lord, could there be a future for me here. . . on these grounds? For a season, anyway?
I sensed a response to my musings may be nearing, to be disclosed maybe sooner than later.
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