Tuesday, July 14, 2009

We interrupt this blog for a funny as in 'coincidence' story

Once there was a woman named D.  She spent six years of her life living in an adorable little English village known as GX.  During the years D lived in the adorable English village she was a member of the American Women's Club. In fact she served two terms as the club President.  In 2002 she moved away from the adorable English village to live once again in America. 

Once there was a woman named Joyce (that's me).  I too spent six years of my life living in an adorable English village known as GX.   During the years I lived in the adorable English village I was also a member of the American Women's Club.  In fact, I too served two terms as the club President.  In 2009 I moved away from the adorable English village and am once again living back in America.  And today a neighbor who lives roughly 10 houses away from mine has kindly invited me to lunch.

And that neighbor is D.  I can't be the only one who finds this totally amazing can I?  

When I mentioned to one of my friends (who used to live in England but now lives in  Canada) the name of the town we're in she said, 'Hey, that's where D lives.'  And when she gave me her address I just laughed...we're neighbors.    D left England just as I was arriving so we didn't know each other there.   But I am so happy to discover that right here in my little neighborhood is someone who will not only be able to offer tips on the local stuff  but will also share some of the same happy memories of a place we both loved.  Someone who will understand all the up and down emotions I'm living with as we reacclimate to life here because she has been there, done that...she has successfully moved on to find new friends, new hairdresser, new phase of life.   Without ever forgetting the old.  

You can call this a big giant coincidence if you want.  I prefer to think of it as something else entirely.  

10 comments:

  1. Unbelievable! I call it Providence! God is so good to have put this plan into place. Well He is good anyway, but you know what I mean. What a fascinating story. I have a funny feeling that you two will be best friends before you know it.

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  2. Yes, I think it's something else entirely! How wonderful that God even provided you with a friend...He is the great provider!

    What a beautiful story!

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  3. Jesus Loves me this I know....
    Who else could do such a thing for you.
    Now you don't feel so alone and like a little lost kitten . I hope you both find a lot in common and she will be a good friend to you.
    Something money can't buy.
    Elsie <><

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  4. Isn't it funny how some things come to be? It's a small, small world and getting smaller! We say that all the time!

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  5. What a wonderful "coincidence"! I'm really happy for you, that you have someone to connect and relate to!

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  6. Very cool synchronicity! Happy day!

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  7. I love when God surprises us with something cool like this! Totally unexpected and such a blessing!!!

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  8. Well it's wonderful! I bet you will connect with each other quite well. :)

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