Alaskan Summer (22 page)
“As long as we have time to go fishing. Have to keep my father happy.”
He cupped her chin in his hand. “It’s time I let you get some sleep.” She could read the unspoken feelings in his eyes before he kissed her good night.
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On Sunday Laurette took time off from tasks at work to meet Diane at church. She had trouble keeping her mind on the sermon. She kept thinking how the sanctuary would look decorated for her wedding.
When the pastor invited anyone in the congregation to come forward, she had turned to whisper to Diane. She saw Diane’s eyes grow wide and felt her friend poke her shoulder. Looking at where her friend pointed, she caught her breath.
Ryan, dressed in his SAM jacket and pressed jeans, with his head held high, walked to the altar rail. He knelt before the waiting pastor and spoke in a strong voice. “I became a Christian as a child, but I only recently learned what it means to live as one. Today I recommit my life to Jesus Christ and ask Him to remain in my heart and guide my ways from this day forward.”
Tears of pride and joy spilled down Laurette’s cheeks.
Love is the reason behind everything You do, Lord. Thank You.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
MArilou H. FLinkman and her husband have retired to a home in Arizona. Since the Kairos Prison Ministry is not active in Arizona, Marilou has become a food bank volunteer. She says she has finally gotten out of prison but the Lord has found another way for her to serve. She is active in her church in Chandler. The Flinkmans enjoy travel. They have explored the backcountry of Brazil, gone on safaris in Kenya and Tanzania, and been in Hong Kong, and recently returned from Russia. Marilou is an avid reader and enjoys visiting the couple’s six children and thirteen grandchildren and fishing in Alaska. To find out how Marilou is currently involved, please visit her Web site at www.marilouflinkman.com.
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