Back in February, I mentioned that one of my New Year’s resolutions was to surround myself with people I admire. The person on the top of my list was Mike Leach, my writing/editing partner on several books, and a dear friend, mentor, and foster dad.

I told Mike that I wanted to be sure to visit with him at least twice a year, that ours was a friendship that was very important to me. It was worth a regular trip to Connecticut.

“I think it’s easier if Vickie and I come to see you,” he said.

So today that’s what they’re doing. Instead of writing about all the nuggets of wisdom he’s tossed me through the years–like always erring on the side of compassion–I am listening with a notebook and learning by example. And I’m trying to find a babysitter so that we can go out to dinner. If I cooked, it would truly be the Last Supper on Holy Thursday. (Ask Eric if you think I’m kidding.)

It’s kind of ironic that Mike and Vickie are coming to celebrate a meal with our family on the evening that Jesus gathered his closest friends to break fresh bread (not Wonder). The Son of God knew how important friendships were to holiness. I’m starting to appreciate that myself.

I’ve already written my Good Friday and Easter blog posts, so be sure to tune in for those.

And a very happy and holy holiday to all my readers!