A sentimental longing or wistful affection for the past, typically for a period or place with
happy personal associations.
There are some days when I miss my Costa Rica team more than others. Today is one of those days. I miss how we could laugh together about most anything. I miss our "Team One Chant" chant and our synchronized swimming. I miss how we were always there for one another. I miss how simple life was when we were together. I miss all the different personalities that made up our team.
The word nostalgia comes from the Greek. It has two parts. Nostos meaning "return home" and algos meaning "pain". When translated into German, the word means "Homesickness". So in short, I miss my FAMILY.
In two short weeks, this group of strangers became my family. They showed me love and kindness, and they continue to inspire me even when we are apart. When we were together, for the first time in a while, I didn't feel like my world was going to fall apart. They gave me hope.
God knew exactly what he was doing when he knit our team together. He knew that this team was one that would lift each other up and help each other grow. He knew that this team was exactly what I needed. God used these people to help me realize that I am deeply loved. He used them to show me that I am not alone, and that I have value.
I love our dysfunctional awkward, crazy family, and I wouldn't trade them for the world. I love each and every one of them with all of my heart. Every single one of these people are crazy beautiful, and I am so grateful that God placed them in my life.
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| Shelby, Tori, Brenda, Steve, Kristen, Kelly, Ben, Papa Rich, Chris, Zach, Brooke, Amber, Becca, Grace, Rachel, Josiah, Caitlyn, Chelsea, Margi, Liz, Me, Gracie, Linnea, Jordyn, Lizzie, Jaelyn, Janet, Brady, Makayla, Josh, Jordan, Ben, Kali, Caleigh, and Emily. |
