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Aug. 24, 2008 - Are there chickens in Wyoming? (or " I don't think I can take much more)

Painting with a very broad brush, I contend that there are three types of people: 

Those who want to hide from the World

Those who want to join the World   and

Those who want to change the World

Have you ever thought about which one you are?   I would say the second is never an appealing option to me.  I vacilate between the first and the third.  Some seasons of life, you wake up each day ready to tackle it all.  You have the energy and the drive to feel passionately, act decisively, and live victoriously.  As a mother, you vow to instill in your children, by God's grace, all of the positive, much needed character traits that society is lacking.  You're going to change the world one nose wipe at a time!!

Then there are the seasons when you want to move to Wyoming and raise chickens.

You just feel tired. Weary. Like a dog that just doesn't have the fight in him anymore.  Like taking on City Hall. Like going after a grizzly bear with a butterfly net.  You just don't want to put forth the effort anymore to try and make a difference.  Who cares anyway?  Then you join Elijah under his juniper tree and lament.

But God still sends ravens doesn't He?  And there's water. And rest.  And you find out you're not alone.  Slowly, strength returns, the brook dries up and you find yourself heading back into the fray to try again.  Knowing ,again, that you're not without an External Power source. 

Aren't you thankful that God's mercies are new every morning?  Isn't it encouraging to have God pick you up, dust you off and say - OK, get in there. 

Whether it's battling a severe medical issue with a family member or friend, facing unbelievably hard financial times, or homeschooling your brood another day, God has the strength that we need. 

He was truly serious when He said "Be not weary in well doing..." 

**This post brought to you by a mother who was feeling totally overwhelmed, tired, agitated, irritated, and above all very pregnant, before she sat down to write.  Thank you.  :)

(and no, I do not want to do a unit study on raising chickens, in Wyoming or anywhere else. I appreciate the eggs, but don't feel compelled to have backyard access to them)

your two cents

Aug. 25, 2008 - Untitled Comment

Posted by callmekate

About wanting to wish away our present season of life ... you wrote, "We need to enjoy the times we have because they will pass away quickly and another will come to take it's place. The times of trying are the times when we learn and grow the most. Ecclesiates 7:3 says " Sorrow is better than laughter: for by the sadness of the countenance the heart is made better."

God has spoken to me through your words. I cried. Thank you so much for writing these words at this very moment in my life. I also appreciate your last post. I am like you in that there are times I feel like conquering the world (or at least, my situation in life) and there are other times I just want to hide (like, now). I really appreciate everything you said. I wish I could reach across the country and give you a big hug! I sure hope things get better for you soon. I will pray that the baby will be o.k. and will arrive at the right time. And I'll pray for you - that the Lord will give you strength and lift your spirits. You have helped me tonight and I want to help you.

Thanks for your prayers for Todd and our family. I'm glad your my friend!

Kate
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Aug. 26, 2008 - Untitled Comment

Posted by joybird

I did teach myself the Irish Whistle. I got a book and a whistle last summer for my birthday, and taught myself in a few weeks.
They're really very easy to play--even easier than the recorder. I tried the recorder. It was confusing. :P

My mom wants me to add that I have a following of at least seven little girls at our church here who all have Irish Whistles. Every Sunday when I walk in the building they're always crowding around me saying "Rachel! Listen to us play! Do you have anything to teach me? Did you bring the song you promised?"

We have settled into our new house here in Colorado, but it needs a lot of remodeling.

We're praying for your new baby!

~Rachel


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Sep. 9, 2008 - Wondering?

Posted by callmekate

Have you had that baby yet? Been praying for you. Hope everything is going well and I hope you haven't had to evacuate. Take care!

Kate

P.S. Todd's test results were negative! Thanks so much for your prayers. God is good.

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