Posted in Gods Work

There are times in our lives when it seems we are over scheduled and chaos abounds.  The last few weeks have been like that for me, but this week especially.  We were camping last weekend and this week was packed with activities, planning, school, and preparations for our upcoming vacation. 

So far this week I have been able to keep calm, not dwelling much on the issues.  However, I kept waiting for the knots and pressure to set in.  Yesterday was spent in last minute prep for my mom's surprise bday party as well as getting things in line for the next 2 days.  Today I have to prepare lunches, get the kids ready for PE and Co-op, entertain my brother (who is coming in for the party), come home and get ready for the party and try to remember all of the things I need to bring.  Afterwards I will need to get back here get everyone ready for bed and begin prep for our holiday.  Since we are going for a week, the prep is extensive for me.  Beyond, clothes and toiletries, I will be cleaning the RV from last weekend, stocking with all our necessities, i.e. food, towels, bedding, school stuff etc.  I have a menu to plan and food to pack.  I have my house to clean and garbage to get out.  Empty the fridge, that type of stuff.  Everything must be completely ready before I go to bed on Friday night.  OH, and we will also need to spend time out on Friday night with my family as my brother will still be here.  Then we pull out Saturday morning at 6 a.m.

While all of this is looming over my head, I have kept my calm.  However, this morning I feel a knot in my stomach with the stress of getting everything done without a hitch.  Not so much for our holiday plans but for my mom's party.  A lot is riding on not letting my mom find out about the party.  We have had to keep the kids away from my mom for a month, especially our 4 y.o., because he is consumed by the affair.  Every moment is scheduled and we cannot stray from our time frame at all. 

So, at the beginning of the week I began a series of prayer for dealing with the scheduled chaos.  I prayed for God to help me get everything accomplished and yet still remain calm.  So far, so good.  Actually, everything seems to be going great!  I have readied all the party supplies in boxes, that only need be transported this afternoon.  All of our things are ready for P.E. and the Co-op.  In addition, I feel ready to move through the day.  However, I know that my personal attitude is what will keep thngs this way.  I can only do that through the work of God.  I have noticed that by praying very specifically and dilligently, God has brought a complete calmness over me, allowing me to work methodically and yet not seem overwhelmed at all that has been on my plate.  Thank you God, for always being there.  For working me through the small and big hills of life!

These are my thoughts.