While attending the Ironton Christian Academy many, many years ago, I was fortunate to meet Roxanna Peck, her little brother, and her parents. The Peck family was a big part of ICA. Roxanna was a year older than me, but we became good friends.
Later on, the school closed. My family and I moved to Mississippi and the Pecks settled in Florida. We had lost touch, but through social media we reconnected. Almost 2 years ago, I was planning a reunion for ICA and I called Roxanna to give her the details. We talked for probably 2 hours. I will never forget it. She spoke with such life. Giving all thanks to Christ through some hardships she was telling me about. I strive to be that joyous even through the storms of life. She was passionate about a mission trip she had just taken and encouraged me to go if I ever got the chance. It was certainly an uplifting conversation for me. It truly caused me to seek Christ even more in my walk with HIm. I can only imagine what glory she is experiencing right now. I know that she is singing and dancing at the feet of Jesus and for that I rejoice.
Peck Family~know that you are in my prayers while you say goodbye to your daughter, sister, and mother. I love you guys and I am so thankful that during my youth God brought the Peck Family into my life...even if only for a short time. But when we all get to Heaven, what a day of rejoicing that will be!!
Love and hugs,
Jan Smith
