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Enjoy the garden.
Serve an ordinary weeknight supper on my best dishes.
Watch the kids play.
Bake something yummy.
Greg, our oldest son is deploying very soon and I am trying my best not to worry abut it. :)
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what a great way to NOT worry :)
Sounds like a wonderful way to distract your mind. I will keep you all in my prayers that things go smoothly and he's back quickly and safely.
thanks for the reminder.. Praying for Greg's safety and your momma heart.
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Your post today is a beautiful reminder to us all on the importance of prayer and being present with God.
Time in a garden, watching young children (they are 'fresh from God')... spending time with pets or other animals... makes me feel close to the Creator.
When my husband and I were younger, we were apart for several months... We decided that if we read a psalm a day, we would be together again by or near the end of them...
That kept our spirits close in so many ways.
Blessings to you and your family... Many thanks to your son for his service~
Sonshine with Showers of Grace,
Maria
p.s. I just nominated you for a blog award
God bless and protect your son. My He bless you, also
with peace and confidence that your son rests in the hand of the almighty. You have great "therapy" options going on there may they too give you peace
It would be hard not to think about, that's for sure. I'll pray for you and for your precious son!
Great pics!
I have a hard time worrying, too. I'll keep your son in my prayers. My cousin, Luke, is being deployed back to Iraq in August.
God is our protector!
As a mother of a Army Soldier, I understand completely how you feel.
I'm adding your son and you to my prayer list.
I listen to quite a bit of praise and worship music that instill in me God is in charge and no matter what He's in control.
God Bless you and your family.
These are exactly the things I do that helps, too. :)
I just said a prayer for your son. When I struggle with worry, I play the piano.
Those are all good worry busters, esp. the first one! I tend to just worry, as opposed to praying about it like I really should. :s
the children and i will pray for your peace of mind, and your sons' safety.
god bless
My aunt is a Marine Mom and my cousin is deploying soon too! Thank you and your son for your bravery. Many prayers!
You are doing all the right things to help with worry. I completely understand how you are feeling. My son deployed 5 weeks ago,he is in the Army, and it was SO hard to let him go. The few weeks before and right after were the worst. Trust God for everything. Lean on good friends and family. You'll get through this.
I'll pray for your son's safety when he deploys. Hugs and blessings to all of you...Mary
As a Military wife and sister I know what you are going through. The time right before they go is so bittersweet... you want them to leave so they can come back, yet you never want them to leave at all. Will be saying a prayer for both you and your son!
I loved this!
What a great post!!! Love all the special shots and wonderful meaning..
One of the most difficult things in life to do is to admit we can't protect our children like we would want to. I have to keep reminding myself that the God I claim to trust loves them even more than I do and wants nothing but the best for them. It's still hard.
I want to comment on your post below this one -- I, too, have been asking myself why do I blog. Even though I seem to have 20 to 30 hits per day rarely does anyone comment.
I find I ask myself why am I so boring? But I've come to the conclusion that I do it as a chronicle my life. Like a pictorial diary. I do it for me -- if someone else reads it but doesn't feel moved to comment it truly doesn't matter.
You have people who read and gain encouragement from what you write. Continue to write as you have been.
I have a blogger friend who hasn't updated her blog for many weeks now. She and her family are in the middle of a long distance move. I keep checking in with her blog to see if life has settled for her yet. True friends are like that --
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My heart and prayers are with you and your family.
Your post is just what I needed. I'm also consumed with worry but for different reasons. Having my kids around me always helps.
I'll be praying for his safe and speedy return.
I understand. My son is in Iraq until January 2010. I keep busy with many of the same things you do.
You found some great ways to distract yourself. I will pray for your son.
Loved this post; great reminders. I am a worrier too.
Hobby or Obligation? Post what you want , when you want, You have a beautiful "home"...If you post it they will come...I have to admit though sometimes I feel the same way. And I'm way new at this.
As the wife of a severely wounded Marine, I can feel your worry. Please know that you will overcome your fears, as God will never leave your side (or Gregs!) You are in my prayers sweet mama.
When should you expect me for dinner? LOL! I love your blog. The Hobby or Obligation post was excellent!!!
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Excellent!!! I love your blog!
I just wanted you to know that I will be praying for your son's safety. We are a young military family too and my husband will more than likely be deployed in October. God is w/ all of our soldiers as He is with us each day. I'd like to send you something that has helped me, if you can email me. Thanks and God bless!
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