I didn’t write yesterday because it was a lazy day. I just slept in and then sat in my chair reading and watching TV. It was a slow day to be sure. Now I see the point…my grandmother died this morning at 3:30. She would’ve been 90 on Tuesday. She had a long life and we are grateful that she went quietly at home. I will be extra busy the next few days between doctors appointments and funeral homes…pray for strength please. Thanks.
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Friend, I am so sorry to hear this news, I know you are deeply saddened. I will pray for your Dad’s strength, as He is pulled in so many directions and for you Mom too, who needs to be suportive and yet is in her recovery too….
Talk about refiner’s fire……
Rest, rest, rest.
Jess, Jess, Jess
Jessica, Thanks my friend. They say that when it rains it pours…it is pouring. I am sad. I will miss her. I was planning to visit her on her 90th birthday on Tuesday after my doctors appointment…so I am sad about that too. We will be in Atlanta Tuesday night and Wednesday for visitation and the funeral. We are staying there in Decatur so I will have a place to rest if I need it. Michelle
I’m so sorry about your Grandmother…I wanted to speak with you a bit longer at church today but so many people wanted your attention. I figured I’d back out so you could bask in their love for you…it was so good to see you out…it’s good for you to see everyone who loves you so much…I will keep all of you in prayer during this tough time…if there’s anything I can do let me know…somebody’s got to feed the fish!!! 🙂
Heartache and pain seem to come at such inopportune times, and surely you have had your share these past few weeks. Coming in rapid succession as yours can literally take your breath away.
I want to share with you a statement from my pastor friend in Florida. It is concerning prayer.
“We are not the friend attempting to get the attention of God. We are the children who are nestled in bed with the Holy One! His attention is upon us. Our interest foremost in His mind!” It is from this position of intimacy that we share our concerns with the Almighty.
The mental picture of being a little child “nestled” with my Father with my head on His chest listening to His heartbeat is so overwhelming. Much like the image of Bill holding you when you were so broken and fragile.
I pray for you and your family, and I am sorry for your loss. Nestle with your Father, and know His heart beats just for you!!
I am sitting here thinking, wow this is like a flood. So much happening at once. Yet, I thnk the wound is healing huh? The terrible time with it is over, and now a more managable time is here…
But as I think of a flood…I actually smiled. You know I am crazy, and you might roll your eyes. But sometimes a flood carries away things that are hard to move, or are troublesome and a pain to get out of the way. But a flood, well it comes in and takes it away… I know, I know, a flood also takes the good with it too, and it also causes damage. I have long held to the faith that in the flood, in the storm, in the places that seem to be ripping apart, God does not allow what’s important to ever get caught up in the flood.
The things that are “untouchable” are untouchable by the flood.
As you continue through this season of challenge, it is ilke a flood, it is removing and moving and rearranging things that could don’t have time to move and or address yourselves. It will create space for you to build again on. It will level the field. It will cause you to hold on to the untouchables, those things we all really cherish…
Be strong my friend, even in this place, there is a boundary that God will not allow things to cross.
Your fear is, of course, You don’t know those lines, and most likely there are not where God thinks they can be….
I love you, I am rooting for you and I just give you my friendship and support.
Jess
Hello Michelle,
It lifts my spirits to see the love and support you are given. I’m sorry about your Grandmother. I met you at a play at your church last year through a mutual dear friend, Beth Anne. Thank you for sharing, it helps others to know they are not alone and your witness for our lord, Jesus, speaks volumes! You’re in my prayers.
God bless you!
Love,
Frank
Frank Campbell, Frank,
Thanks for the comment. I checked out your link and your website is cool. I know you have quite a view from your chair as well. There are so many different ways God takes us to his throne. I admire your attitude and reaching out despite your limitations. Thanks for your prayers. Michelle
Brenda,
Thanks for your encouragement. You described the exact picture I have of myself crawling in God’s lap and listening to his heartbeat as he holds me close. That is a comfort for sure! Michelle