Well, our four-week journey with no kids in the house is about to come to an end. In just a few short hours, we'll hit the road to bring three teenagers and all their shoes and cords and gadgets home. I'll actually have to plan a trip to the grocery store. While their dad and I can survive on Coca-Cola and cereal and milk and eating out often, our budget will once again be strained at the thought of feeding three bottomless pits. And that's not an insult, young people. It's just a fact. You eat alot.
Today also marks the beginning of an experiment of sort for the husband and myself. At his suggestion, we're going to take forty days and give up what we would call indulgences and focus on our relationship with the Lord. We've actually done this before (although I caved around Day 30 or so). I don't know that what you give up is as important as recognizing that sometimes we can become a little too carried away or obsessive over things in our life. Anyway, we actually prayed together last night before we went to bed and I gotta tell you, that was a powerful thing. Nothing earth-shattering. Just quick and to the point. It's a start.
As for now, I've got some dishes to finish and a husband to wake up. I'm looking forward to seeing my mom and cousin tonight even if it's only for a short time. Remember? I've said it before. Being away from the people you love makes you appreciate any time you're given with them. Today's road trip will either fly by with anticipation or be agonizing long. Either way, as my daughter would say, I get the first hug from Granny.
Oh, and pray for the cat.
His days of peace are about to be over.
2 comments:
Well, it will be busy around your house then. It is very powerful for husband and wife to pray together. Yes indeed!
Enjoy the reunion and things getting back to normal. The cat will adapt. LOL
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