Legacy

Yesterday, John officiated at the 50th anniversary of Willie and Maggie Bostick. Willie and Maggie became members of our church when the Air Force base shut down, probably 15 years ago now. We loved them the minute they stepped into the door, something about the twinkle in their eyes for each other and the people of the church. I can't even remember how many years ago they left to retire in Florida, to live in the neighborhood that Willie was born in. It had become a much different place, but anywhere they go Willie and Maggie seem to make a difference. John received a call about 2 months ago asking if he would officiate at their re-committment, Willie said it was NOT renewal, because their love DID NOT need to be renewed. :) Willie and Maggie have 4 children, 7 grandchildren, and a whole lot of other people they have opened their lives to that they consider family. Today I just loved to sit and embrace the love that filled that room, and think about how one marriage could affect so many lives. No one tried to pretend that their lives were perfect, but the family was built on faith, love and honesty.That seemed to be enough for every child and grandchild, each with a strong faith in God,each with a story to tell. My favorite moment was when everyone had just finished dancing, and Willie pulled every one of his children into his and Maggie's arms, and they just stood on the dance floor, holding each other as Willie spoke. I wish I could have heard what he said. Whatever it was, it was a momet they will never forget. May our family carry on a legacy of love and laughter as this one has. So many events we go to I feel like bolting out the door after we stay 5 minutes. I could have stayed at the 50th wedding anniversary of Willie and Maggie Bostick for a long, long time. Love was in the house. Blessings to you both, I gained wisdom from you both in the time we have spent together. I thank you for a little slice of the boundless, precious, imperfect but eternal love you have shown to us through your commitment to marriage and life together.

"Love is in the house and the house is packed, so much so I left the back door cracked, Mama always said it's a matter of fact that when love is in the house the house is packed.....Love is in the house and the house is packed, so much so I left the back door cracked Daddy always said that I wish I was black cuz when love is in the house the house is packed..." Toby Mac