Supporting Chick-Fil-A

Wednesday, August 1, our family headed out with millions of others around our country to show our support for the fast-food restaurant known as Chick-Fil-A.  A few days prior, the company's leader stated his support of the traditional family and marriage model which is one man and one woman joining together.  As soon as the words left his mouth, they created a political riot of sorts around the country.
We did not eat our yummy chicken yesterday to show hatred or judgement toward the homosexual community (as did some) nor did we run to the aid of a Christian company (that we LOVE).  We went to show our support of the First Amendment right all Americans are given by freedom of speech.  It was also the perfect teachable moment to show Cole that it's okay to state what you believe, even if its not the popular stance to take.
Michael braved the crowds with the boys and when they returned, I asked Cole why we chose that special lunch for the day - even waiting so long for the food.  He simply said, "Mom, the Chick-Fil-A man loves Jesus and I love Him too.  He loves the Bible and families, just like we do.  It was like a huge party mom - it was awesome!"  Leave it to the words of an innocent child to speak what every heart should feel.  Oh how I wish that innocence could stay and not be tainted by the politics and antics of this fallen world.  Jesus, come quickly!  But until then. . . we eat chicken :)