Sometimes it feels like we are in a sea of trouble and doubts. Right now things are tough with the house not selling and trying to keep the business going with a tough economy. There are days that Frank is really down trying to figure out a way financially to keep us afloat. It is a scary time when if something to happened to one and us and we could not work the trouble we would be in right away. We are thankful for what we have...each other, Frank IV, jobs, good family and friends and a roof over our heads (plus an extra one across the city). It seems selfish at times to be so worried about finances when others have lost family members, are sick or are worse off than we are. We have said all along we are praying about it and putting it in God's hands.
Yesterday's sermon at church reiterates that all we can do is put our troubles in God's hands. Jesus is our "life jacket" in times of trouble and he can get us out of the mess or walk with us through the mess. Jesus said in John 6:16-21 "It is I, do not be afraid." We have been praying for Jesus to help us and while we are still troubled, I do believe Jesus is there beside us holding us up. I wish Jesus would get us out of this financial mess (or at least send us a little sunshine instead of more rain) and sooner rather than later but patience is something I always pray for. And it may be God's will that we stay in the mess awhile longer while he continues to hold our hand. Either way, in this time of trouble I truly feel closer to Jesus and I am working daily to turn my troubles over to him. I am also thankful for what I have and pray for patience.
As we were driving up to Tivey's Mom funeral, a friend asked what did I want to do before I died? I answered other than to tell everyone I loved them - nothing. I am trying very hard to be thankful for where I am right now and for all the blessings that I have. I do not want to have regrets by not living in the moment we are given. The past is in the past and we cannot change it. We are just given this moment...so to my family and friends - I love you and appreciate you more than you will ever know!
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Blakely, what a wonderful way of expressing yourself. Thank you so much for coming up to Richmond, I cannot tell you how much it helped to feel you there supporting me. I really hope all of your financial issues will improve, and your ability to count your blessings in the face of your troubles is an inspiration to all of us. love, Tivey
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