It's not the fierce storms that blow into my life and out that undo me as much as the daily grind. The neverending battle within and without. The wearing-down process that happens as time takes it's toll on me.

Today is a weary day in the journey of homeschooling. We're nearing the finish line, but somehow having the end within sight makes the day by day plodding feel even harder.  So we're taking a day of respite, connecting with another homeschooling family in hopes of buoying up our flagging spirits and getting the boost of energy necessary for completing the course.

Hebrews 12:1 comes to mind..."let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us. Let us fix our eyes on Jesus.." Today I just want to curl up and hide away in God, my refuge and my strength.