• Feb. 6, 2008
Snow Day
5am. My surprised eyes fluttered open and my heart breathed such a deep sigh of contentment. My husband, who had been out of state at a Pastor's Conference since Sunday, crawled into bed beside me. He wasn't due home till tonight, but when he heard of the snowstorm that would be beating upon us all day, he and his friend made a decision to leave the conference late last night and drive all night long to get home. As he took me in his arms, he told me he couldn't bear the thought of me having to dig out of this storm on my own. Words can't express my joy and gratitude... 
Wired from his unexpected arrival, I got up and began running through a mental checklist of all that this day held. This was to be my big cooking day for the weekend's Sweetheart Banquets. I had a crew that was coming to help me, and today was the day. Listening to the weather forecasts and the news, it didn't take me long to realize that I wasn't going anywhere today. And strangely enough, I didn't panic. I didn't lose it.
I spoke to one of my friends who is part of the team that oversees and directs the music and drama for the Sweetheart Banquet. Tonight was to be the big dress rehearsal. When she, too, realized that there was no choice put to cancel the practice, I heard a content and quiet heart. She wasn't frantic or lamenting the fact that there was still much work to do. She quietly embraced this as part of God's plan.
Oh, we all had our plans and our agendas. We had our to-do lists and our goals. But I love it that God's ways are so much higher than our own. For whatever reason, He gave us this day to stop; to slow down; to cease striving and know that He is God. This week has been a whirlwind of activity already. Our family has been apart, and the coming days will be full, as well. I have to admit that I was not happy about this latest snowstorm. We've had sooo much snow already this season...I'm longing for spring as never before. And yet today, I find myself thanking God that we're all hunkered down and 'stuck,' as the case may be. We've done school, played games, read, danced...and simply slowed down and enjoyed being together. God has spoken to me through various worship songs and poured courage into my heart.
Thank You, Father, for the snow that still falls outside my window. Thank You carving out this day for me to slow down...to rest...and to find my joy and comfort in You. Thank You for the amazing four guys with whom I get to share life. My heart overflows, God. Thank You.
A look outside our window (earlier in the day)
The stairs leading up to our house
Comments
• Feb. 8, 2008
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Posted by Anonymous
You certainly have a heavenly perspective. God's ways are so much higher than our own. The peace comes when we accept that and rest in it.
Blessings,
Angela
http://www.the-potters-hand@blogspot.com
• Feb. 11, 2008
hi
Posted by byourlove1
It's funny, we are longing for snow here-we usually get quite a bit but haven't had a good storm yet-they are saying maybe tonight. I'm glad your family is home safe, we love getting stuck inside where its comfy however I'm sure it can get old quick when its alot!
angela
