Today was a “wonder woman” kind of day. I remember Wonder Woman from my childhood. She was beautiful and she could capture criminals. She could spin around and turn into a knockout with hip-high red leather boots and a tiara. Definitely a force to be reckoned with : Completely amazing.
I had a day today that was of similar proportions. Two loads of laundry before breakfast, school work with Emily, story time with Isaac, all while keeping Mackenzie happy. I had a roast in the slow cooker by 10 AM and breakfast and lunch dishes cleaned up by 12:30. During Isaac’s nap, Emily and I did a Christmas decoupage project. I tell you, I could have done a dirty dish round up with Wonder Woman’s lasso, if I had one. A trip to Publix in an imaginary jet would have been in order. Yes its been a triumphant day, no less.
But I’m no fool. There are days that are lack luster to be sure. Just last week I had a day, where my children fought almost the entire day. My dishes were in the sink all day. Only one pair of clean clothes were left for my children, but no laundry was done. It was a day where I wished I could spin around and well… I don’t know what I would have done, but it would have been amazing.
Its okay, really, because I know the truth. As a glorious Wonder Woman or just plain old me, I know what’s happening. Everything I accomplish is a gift of strength. Whatever my occupation, I manage to do it because of Christ and his power. Scripture is my motto when I have a day similar to last week’s : “I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me.” But it’s a power anthem ringing in my heart on a day like today. He works in my weakness, and he gives me grace to keep going – good days and bad days alike.
My children have yet to see the incredible things I can do with this God – given power. For now, I’ll forgo the spinning – someone might get hurt.
Praise God for His Wondrous Power and Might!
Amen.
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(written December 8, 2009)
daily portion 
Fabulous reminder Mel.