The Things of Heaven
Allie Travis Allie Travis

The Things of Heaven

It's been said that homecomings at Naomi’s Village are a picture of Heaven, inviting us into a sliver of the celebration waiting for us as we enter the gates of Heaven. But I had no idea what was coming that glorious day…

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The Mess Made Beautiful
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The Mess Made Beautiful

The beginnings to most of my mornings are spent with a three and four-year-old sister duo. We make and eat breakfast, get ready for the day, and of course there are cuddles, tears, and everything in between. But, never two days the same, and always sharing in joy with Jesus through the care of His children.

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Words to Mark a Family
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Words to Mark a Family

In the last year, I’ve thought so much about all that was omitted from her eulogy. I remember weeping as it was read, fearful that not enough of who we all loved was represented within the words.

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Love From the Source
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Love From the Source

As we were walking back home with the kids running far ahead of us, a close friend walking next to me, and acacia trees covering us from the sun, the Lord’s presence was lavished on us.

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What We Leave at the Door
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What We Leave at the Door

From five years ago to last year to this year, it looks different, it feels different, and we love different. Bigger somehow. With tears always…

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Little Things Aren’t Little
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Little Things Aren’t Little

It is not uncommon for me to say “the little things aren’t little,” and I try to live in a way that allows those words to become true. To recognize the sunflower field on the side of the road, or how the people you love say your name…

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The Days Are Long, but the Years Are Short
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The Days Are Long, but the Years Are Short

A few weeks ago, I was remembering the night of my brother’s rehearsal dinner. My cousin, Angelica, and I hung close to each other all night, as we typically did, and as I was reminiscing…

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The Job of the Caretaker
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The Job of the Caretaker

Much of what you’ll read here is from the scribbles that fill many of my ongoing journals. “The Job of the Caretaker” is from June of 2022…

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