The battery in my van died. It just didn't die once, but repeatedly died after being charged, jumped, letting it run and run, etc. We didn't have the funding to replace it just yet.....Bethany is sick, started throwing up this morning and is very lethargic, pathetic, plain old sickly.....haven't had a chance to go to the grocery store this week.....Jordan is stuffy, could be headed towards a yucky cold...and yet.....I am smiling.
This isn't just a "paste the smile on until it's real." thing. This is a true, deep from within smile.....
We stayed home yesterday because of the van, enjoyed time together to school, clean out the garage and move some furniture out of the garage to a friend's house(blessings on all sides!). Beautiful weather lead to a picnic full of smiles and laughter. Walked to Upward practice in the afternoon. Great day to do it, great conversation with the kids while we walked.
Today, my sweet husband got up early to work on my car, one last attempt to not replace it but fix it. Alas, it didn't work, but I got paid yesterday(which I forgot about) so the battery will be paid for :) My girl got sick while he was on his way to the store...so he picked up all the stuff we needed for the day(lunch, sick things, etc) so I wouldn't have to go out later. What an amazing blessing to not have to take a sicky out! He also picked up breakfast for me, comforting me with what he knows I like :) While he was at the store, the boys made chocolate chip pancakes by themselves as I cared for the girl. Their sweet time together is something I will cherish....the messy kitchen a moment to teach through.
The van now works, so if we have to go to the doctor or somewhere like that we will be able to. I have cancelled tomorrow mornings activities for us.....this gives up three mornings to be home, resting, schooling, cleaning. Catching up on home life!
Now how can I look at His hand working in my life, providing things I need before I know I will need them and not just smile :)
Jer. 29:11- For I know the plans I have for you, plans to prosper you, not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.
He is in it all, I choose to see and, Lord willing, thank Him in every situation! :)
