My Lord,
This has been one crazy busy time for me. I have felt so unsettled for the past 2 months or so it seems. And although it seems as if there is one thing after another...your presence is felt and is with me every step of the way. Yes, I've been anxious to say the least. I've been fatigued; mentally and physically, and I've been distracted.
I miss you and spending quality time with you. I've been reading and praying and reflecting, but not like before when it was so very intimate. I have to admit that two Sundays ago, we were in sync. It was so subtle and yet, so very profound. I cried...
This weekend is a big one for me and a time in my life where I will greatly reflect on your amazing goodness to me and my heart's desire. You show yourself to me time and time again and I feel as though a "thank you" is not enough. And for that reason, I'm beyond grateful that you know the very depths of my heart.
Next weekend I go see dad in Ohio and then a week of rest (prayerfully) before we go to Jamaica. I cannot wait to sit still with no technology and just be. Mom and the sisters can shop, play, sight see, etc...me on the other hand, I just want to sit by the ocean and be still. I'd like to sleep, read and hear from you. Simply cannot wait.
But in the end, I will be so glad to return home and get back to *normal* and get back to our love affair. The one where you speak and I listen. The one where you hold me close and I cry. The one where you whisper your promises to me one after the other and my spirit is at rest. Yes, I cannot wait to go back there.
My Lord,
I love you and I miss you.
Thanking you in advance that tomorrow evening, I will be at *complete* peace once more. The peace that surpasses all understanding. Yes, that one!!!!!!
Prayers: Susie, Robin, JT., Sean, Gerald, Farron, Donnell, Samone, Mom, Kara, Melanie, Bernice, Kaleb, Dad, Toni, Wendy, Javone, Monique, 2 neighbors, Alex, Tanya, Michelle, Michael, Jr., Nicky, Niki, Mother Williams, Rosa, Jenny, Anthony, Emmie, Caroline, Kate, Carol, Mr. D., Gloria, Angie, Peachie, Erin, Ms. Cain, the seniors at the nursing home, our upcoming women's retreat, the graduates, summer programs for our youth, law enforcement, our Nation's Capitol, the soldiers, our government, my coworkers and the safety and welfare of my children and grandchildren. Father, grant us peace, wisdom, discernment and an open heart to honor your, praise you and surrender to you. In Jesus' precious name.
Eternally yours
