Well now. It has been quite a while, hasn't it? I have kept silent about my struggles for the past four years, mainly because I was in the midst of something that I never imagined could happen to our family. And it wasn't just my story. It still is not. A friend once told me I am an external processor, and I suppose she is right. I find that saying things out loud help me find the answer, if there is one. There was no good answer, as it turns out. And so, I am sad to say, that I am now divorced. A single mother, navigating a life I never imagined. But there are some things that haven't changed. My faith, for one. I know that God is with me on this journey and that He is way smarter and wiser than I could ever be. He has held me close as I wept and grieved the end of my marriage. He held my hand as I packed up what would fit in a moving truck and drove our belongings to a new home. He has led me to new jobs and I can only trust that all will be well if only I cont...
I love this. I can't remember when I last enjoyed being outside and taking in all the beauty of our changing seasons. Love your backyard.
ReplyDeleteAnna and Jack did a pretty good job on those last two photos! And where was sweet Therese? My boys did the same thing yesterday - roamed outside after lunch and I didn't have the heart to call them in. School can be done whenever - isn't that part of the reason we homeschool?!
ReplyDeleteSweet Therese was taking a much needed nap!
DeleteAnd that is one of the best perks of homeschooling, taking advantage of a lovely day!