Blogging can, and should, I think, come in waves. Sometimes life gets in the way of blogging, and life is INFINITELY more important. Especially the role you hold.

Trust is an excellent word for this year–and for always. Love your description of everything becoming sharper–I’ve had times in my life where I’ve felt that way too. After my second was born, I went through a period of time where the fear of how much I had to lose was almost debilitating. I think it’s actually a very NORMAL thing for a young mother to go through–I’ve talked to several moms who’ve all said they’ve gone through that too. I hope that’s an encouragement.

Take it to Jesus, and lay it at His feet. He knows, and He LOVES–Oh, how He loves. He will NEVER leave us, or forsake us, and that includes a special care for the mothers who are raising children He loves.

It seems like the things you are discovering are beautiful but I pray as you learn to trust God more your anxiety will subside. xo

As for the anxiety, I understand that as well. I feel like that is something I continually have to take to the Cross. I know so many families who are dealing with cancer, and other horrible things with their very young children. I know so many who have lost a husband or wife due to a freak accident. It hits me quite often that I’m no exception. I don’t have some protective bubble around me that they didn’t have. Nor do my children. But I am SO encouraged by the faithful ones, who give God glory even through their trials. I pray that (God forbid) if I ever be in their shoes I would have the same faithfulness. And trust, trust, trust, yes. Trust that regardless whatever comes our way, His grace is sufficient to see us through. And THAT is all that matters.

So much good to ponder in this post. As for prayer, the only way to have deeper understanding is to continue in it. We have an open path straight to the Father through our mediator Christ Jesus. That is so powerful. Whether it be petition or praise, it goes directly to Him. No sacrifice through a priest required. We serve a God who desires our communication, and that just rocks my socks.

OK. Ending longest comment ever. I’m glad you are well and growing. It truly is an encouragement to other Mama’s who are walking in familiar places. Blessings sweet friend!