It was the end of a long three days. I had been stretching my brain, filling it up to its fullest capacity, trying to learn more about home education. The classes were a necessity, to be sure. After catching up on a few chores around the house, I sat down to drink a cold glass of tea in an attempt to unwind, before the blessed stillness was interrupted by little footsteps on the stairs. It was then that I realized it.
I had forgotten.
So much of what I knew about my current life had crept to the back of my mind . But in those quiet moments, it all came sweeping through my heart like a robust breeze of fresh air. Its amazing how the most obvious, every-day parts of life can become unmemorable, unnoticed. And I began to remember a few things.
I had forgotten…
how much I enjoy being with my children, even if they are grumpy.
that I like being a home maker, and the required activities like cooking, cleaning, diaper changing, dishwasher unloading. (etc, etc, etc)
what it takes to prepare everyone to be away from home all day for several days in a row and still keep my home running smoothly.
(and consequently) that I am grateful to live on a schedule that I create.
why it is important to do at least one load of laundry a day, and how thankful I am when I get to follow that (self-imposed) plan.
my children need me more than I realize.
when it comes to time with my family, I prefer quality and quantity, not just one or the other.
how blessed I am to be the mama to Emily, Isaac and Mackenzie.
what a wonderful life here at home God has given to me, such an undeserving woman.
this gift, my everyday, is truly what I want.
and He’s reminding me daily of so many more blessings…
This past week, which required me to be away in classes for several days in a row, was good for my recollection. The ‘out of the ordinary’ made me so grateful for our ordinary. How very true the verses in Psalm 37:4-5 are:
4 Take delight in the LORD,
and he will give you the desires of your heart.5 Commit your way to the LORD;
trust in him and he will do this:
Sometimes I find my heart wandering, looking for new occupations, things that might bring me satisfaction. But, as I learn to thoroughly enjoy Him, its amazing to see how His will for me, which currently revolves around my life here in our home, is what I long for the most. On weeks like this, I’m consumed by this re-claimed desire so much that I’m almost swallowed whole by His goodness…
Thank you Heavenly Father for these reminders. Thank you. amen.
Psalm 68:19 Blessed be the Lord who daily loads us with benefits, even the God of our salvation.
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