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I’m excited to read more of this story. Your description of your husband reminds me of mine. Sometimes I call him the most pessimistic optimist I know, but really he just has a deep faith that God’s got us. And while sometimes I want to yell, “how????” I’m so grateful for this gift of his.

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I for one am thrilled you're telling this backstory, Tresta, having seen the pix and heard the stories bit by bit on IG. What a testimony to God's faithfulness and character--and to yours and Tim's. And your kids. Well done...can't wait to read part two.

p.s. It is Tim, right? :-)

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I admire your bravery! We've talked about starting a third place for years--in our case, a makerspace--but so far haven't gotten it off the ground. So needed in our world today, especially rural communities!

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This reads like a chapter in a novel, Tresta. I've wanted to know this story for a while. I can't wait for the next chapter!

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I am so glad you are telling us this story—not only for our sake, but for yours too. Like Port William, this is specific and universal.

Love that 1 Samuel verse!

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Feb 13Liked by Tresta Payne

I love this. And can't wait til you continue with part 2.

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