Every night when I know the girls are good and asleep, I go in their rooms and look at them. It is just a part of my nightly routine. Sarah Kate made this little pillow,"............God's Word is Comforting" at Bible School this Summer. She sleeps with it every night.
Hello November!
Seems crazy that it is already November!
I have been posting about our crazy October. What a wacky month that seems for our family. I am glad November is here. But, we have not had any events that are life-changing or terrible. We just had things that threw a kink in our month.
Last Wednesday, I purchased a new car seat for Emily to have in Steve's car. I took it to the local police station to have it installed. ( I feel like that they know the best and safest way to install them!) I had to WAIT and WAIT and then WAIT some more for an officer to install the car seat. I know the Lord wanted me to wait so HE could show me some things.
The lady at the front desk was so very kind and friendly. An older couple came in as I sat and told the lady at the desk that their son had committed suicide last week and they were there to get the suicide note that the officer on the scene had gotten from his house. The lady at the desk was so compassionate towards them. I felt so sorry for this couple. I could not imagine the sadness and emotions they were dealing with.
A few minutes later a lady came in that knew the lady at the front desk. She asked how her week was going and the lady replied, " I have had the worst week of my life." She went on to say that over the weekend, her mom died. She explained that the next day, her Dad had fallen and broken his hip. And, to top it off she had taken her dog to the vet that morning to be "put down." But......she seemed so nice and kind. WOW!
I learned very quickly that my month had been NOTHING compared to these people. I have MUCH to be thankful for.
What is God showing you in your waiting?
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I had an off October, too. Praying for a good November!
These past two weeks have had me so stressed that I couldn't sleep, and my appetite has been zilch. I was beginning to avoid social events, and phone conversations with friends - I was in a serious funk, no doubt. I felt I was losing control of my life ... so I began to pray about it. A lot.
This past Sunday I was beginning to feel physically sick, but this did not stop me from joining my family at Mass. While there, I quietly prayed that I am letting go of the things that were bothering me. I asked Him to help me see the road I'm supposed to follow, and to guide me every step of the way. I felt conquered, helpless.
Long story short, I can honestly say this past week has been an answered prayer. The problems I was fretting over were resolved in the best way imaginable, and my spirits have been lifted. I'm back! ;) Isn't it wonderful knowing we can trust Him in every phase of our lives??? I LOVE knowing I'm NOT the one in control!!!
Oh, and I totally get the whole "watching your kiddos sleep" thing - I'm the same way ... to my 9, 14, and 16 year old - ha!
Thanks!
Missy
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