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In Which I am Grateful for My Friends

Ironically, I have been more socially active during my period of bed rest than any average month in the life of...!

(Let me pause here to say a big "Thank You!" to my friends who have made the trek north to sit and brainstorm with me and bring me great reading material!! And let me also say an even bigger "Thank You" to my mom who has graciously put up with me having company at her house, which I know is more challenging for her than it is for me!)

It has been such a joy to get my mind off of the work drama and the baby drama, and focus on some creative ministry opportunities, while also reconnecting with some women whom I truly find amazing.  I feel absolutely blessed to serve with them and really excited about some of the things we have been planning!

With so much going on personally, I feel like I really don't know and can't even speculate about what the summer and fall are going to look like. But through meeting with these women, I feel like God has reminded me that He is in control and that good things are coming.  In all things, He will be glorified and we will be blessed!

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  1. I think I like this whole bed rest thing. You write a lot more, which I of course love reading!

    Have I told you lately what an amazing mother you are? I've always known you make a wonderful daughter...and it is fun watching you be a great mom! Now I must go and read to my precious granddaughter!

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