God knows what I need and when I need it!

The past few weeks have been kind of a blur in my world...hence the lack of blogging that I have been doing! I have been fortunate to have a lot of extra work which has been such a blessing financially however, doesn't leave time for much else. About two weeks ago, the family I work for went on vacation which meant that I had a week off. Talk about perfect timing! Just as things were starting to get out of hand, the Lord knew that I needed some time off. I was able to get some work done around the house that I had been putting off and run errands that were long over due. I got a painting project out of the way (it had only been on my to-do-list since I moved in .... over three years ago!) and I was able to spend some extra time with Joe and Barkley. This last part is so critical because this was the last week that I would spend with Barkley. Last week was a sad week for us because we had to make the choice to put Barkley to sleep it as just awful! I am planning on writing another blog about Bark....so stay tuned, this is more a less a catch up on what is going on my life.

As I am looking back now, I think it is quite amazing that the Lord knew that I would need to be at home with him that last week. Not only was I able to get a lot of things done for myself, I was able to comfort Barkley and Joe those last few days they had together. What a wonderful gift God gave me. The Lord has been so faithful to both Joe and I the past few months. He continues to provide for us is so many ways and I am just amazed at the work he is doing in my life and in our home. Through our loss we have been able to draw closer to one another and to the Lord and we are reminded that the Lord knows our needs and is always faithful to meet them. I know this is something that I will learn over and over again, but today it is fresh on my mind and on my heart and I just thought I would share this simple truth that has once again been revealed to me through unlikely circumstances. How wonderful know that God knows what we need and when we need it... can I get an Amen!

Birthday Wishes...

I have to start by saying this blog is WAY late! I have had this in my head for several weeks but life has been a bit crazy in our neck of the woods and I wasn't able to write as much as I would like! All that to say.....this blog is in honor of my mom! Her Birthday was July 28th and she turned......we'll just say 29 again! My mom is a wonderful lady who loves so many in her life. She wears so many hat's she is a mother, wife, sister, daughter, nonnie, teacher, friend, Master scholar, follower of Christ and so much more! Oh...and did I mention that she is just beautiful! My mom is such a special lady and I am so thankful for her life. She has taught me so much and is such a joy to be around! So even though I am about a month late in getting this posted.....Happy Birthday Mom! I love you so much and I wish I could see your beautiful face everyday!