Corrie Cables

On a hot and steamy afternoon in late July or very early August (I can't remember the exact date) Corrie Cabes and family arrived in Austin. They had a moving truck and looked as tired as we had a few weeks earlier. Her sweet daughter was instantly a magnet for our BEND. I was, of course, wary of everyone as I had not yet made my full peace with the seminary life. However Corrie's accent and warmness softened even my cold and dark heart. Over the coming weeks got to know them and their family. As the weeks turned to semesters we realized what a gift they were. They pitched in and helped with kids, picked up, dropped off, sent dinner, sent booze, mostly, sent love. Solidarity in doing this VIT thing. Feeling with us and allowing us to process this move and the changes that come with being in this community. There have been fun Christmas times. Cane's chicken. And plenty of beverages. I cannot imagine continuing this journey without this sweet family. They are the bread of our life here.