Google Van Horn, TX. As you’ll see, it’s one of those small towns that you drive through, never really thinking about it. I (Christina) have driven through here several times in the past, never thinking it anything particularly special. John Madden, of course, would beg to differ. We decided to stop here Sabbath evening after leaving El Paso. We pulled off I-10 and drove for just a short bit. And that’s when we found it.
The Okey D. Luke Park. Just right there on the main drag. A complete oasis in what appears to be a sad little town. Beautiful green grass. Shade trees all over the place. A few picnic benches. Winding paths the boys had so much fun riding their bikes on. We spent about 3 hours there. Melbee was able to play and enjoy the grass. We played frisbee, ate dinner, enjoyed the soft breeze that kept on coming, and thanked God for this simple, timely gift.
It ended up being one of those perfect times. One of those times you always have to look back on when things don’t go right. Thank you, Van Horn.
The Okey D. Luke Park in Van Horn will always have a special place in our hearts.
A Malo Walkabout 
There is nothing better than those unexpected perfect times in life. When you can not just know, but truly feel the love and peace of God all around you, and the gratitude that that brings. Then to share that with the ones you love the most, that is the beautiful simplicity of life that God wants for us all to have. Those are the times you remember most, above all else. So happy you experienced it in such a beautiful place. You described the whole experience so wonderfully! I love your family blog and I’m looking forward to reading about all of your adventures as time goes on! Be safe and have a blast! Garnet Ave. misses you all!
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Thank you, Jessica. We miss you all, too!!
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