Grateful for Grace
Dec. 9, 2005
Difficult Time

Well, I haven't started.  Was going to start Monday, but Sunday night we had a tragedy happen.  We live and work at a boys home (residential treatment center) and one of our boys died after a restraint.  It's a long story... don't really want to go into it here, but I thought I should post why there have been no posts on my progress with tomato staking.  I have been on the phone more than normally necessary or good, running up to the office, spending time alone reading Scripture and crying... etc.  I have seen Him working on me, though.  I haven't lost my temper much even in this difficult time.  I haven't over eaten, either.  But I was getting sick (allergies) last weekend and I guess due to lack of sleep and stress, it progressed to a sinus infection.  So, I've been napping at odd times, too. 

I know only 3 people have 'traveled' to this blog, but since you were kind enough to be encouraging and ask for progress info, I thought I should post.  On top of the big enough tragedy of losing a 12yo boy, 3 staff members were in a wreck Wednesday night and it looks like one of them may not make it.

Trying times.

But He is faithful.  He is trustworthy.  He is sustaining me/us.  He has shown me how His Word can be a balm.  I love Him so.

 

Dear Lord,

You know my heart's cry this week. You know my pain.  Thank you for ministering to me.  Thank you for sustaining me.  Thank you for your mercy.  Please, Father, protect the Ranch.  Please keep your work continueing here.  Please...mercy for all.

Please continue to make changes in my mothering- to glorify you more.

in Jesus' Name,

Amen


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Dec. 9, 2005 - Untitled Comment

Posted by hsmom23boyz


I am so sorry for everything you are going through. I've been reading your posts on the SL boards, you and your family and the ranch have all been in my prayers. I will continue to pray for all.
Tara B


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Dec. 9, 2005 - Untitled Comment

Posted by MommaMouse


I am praying for you and your family.

Remember God is always with you:)


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Dec. 10, 2005 - I am so sorry!

Posted by homekeeper37


I am praying for you and the family of the boy....and amazed that you can tomato stake and homeschool while living in a residential center for boys!!! WOW! The Lord knows your pain and loves you so much...May you be comforted by His love and peace.


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