Story
The sun is warm as it shines through the windows, but my house has to be a total of 10 degrees. My husband left the air-conditioner in the living room on (we usually turn it off) over night and I woke up literally shivering. It's little moments like these that I think about my life and how far I have come as a girl and women and I have to thank the heavens that things have changed. I would've never imagined that leaving the air on overnight could be one of my biggest issues of the day.
I am so blessed.
I look around and I have all this stuff, but mostly I have this amazing family: my husband and my son, our two dogs, and the time shared that makes a family so important.
It's easy sometimes to forget just how wonderful our lives are. In the busy to-do's and the stressful times when Henry is being trying or Jeremy and I are just not clicking, I often take for granted just how wonderful it all is.
But the little moments bring me back and they remind me that I have it all and then some.
I've been thinking a lot about adoption lately. Jeremy and I have discussed the possibility in the past, and I know it would not be possible right now, but I know it's something that I would like to do one day. To share this love and stuff and great blessing we all have with another who was not as fortunate would be an absolute dream come true.
I loved your thoughts this morning. Aren't we all so blessed to be given what we have?! I don't think it was a "coincidence" that my post linked up after yours. My husband and I are in the process of adopting two sweet girls. Adoption is the best and hardest thing I have ever done. Keep discussing it and know that even if you don't think it's possible right now, it can be if God is calling you to it (by the world's standards, my hubs & I should not be adopting right now). Thanks for your words this morning!!
ReplyDeleteI don't believe in coincidence. Your words were very sweet and encouraging, thank you for taking the time to read five minutes into my part of the world. I hope that your adoption process comes through quickly and easily! I'm sure you are very excited to have your little girls home with you.
DeleteI love this! Adoption is always on our mind as well. We'll see how the future goes.
ReplyDeleteThere are just so many children in the world in need of a loving home and it's something I've always dreamed of.
DeleteI'll be praying for you and your family about adoption. What a wonderful idea that God has laid on your heart. Bless you, friend!
ReplyDeleteThank you Ashley!
DeleteWhat a great way to start Friday!
ReplyDeleteIt's so easy to forget how blessed we are. A little reflection on how good life is can sometimes be overlooked.
I've thought about adoption, and even mentioned it to Scott. He didn't fully agree. I'm praying he will open his mind and heart.
Jeremy had his moments when he thinks its just a terrible idea, he fears that we would never be able to emotionally support a child who had feelings of being abandoned.
DeleteThis is awesome. Great reminder.
ReplyDeleteWe too have thought about adoption. Not long and hard or anything, but Rob's little brother was adopted into their family when he was just a few days old, so it's something we think about now and then.
We haven't looked long and hard into things, but we have talked about it. Adoption is just such a wonderful gift.
DeleteVisiting from FMF: My husband and I threw out the idea of adoption two nights ago. We have two beautiful blessings, but would love to open our hearts and home to another little one if God sees fit one day. I love your "Story".
ReplyDeleteThanks for this reminder of being thankful for all we have!
ReplyDeleteWe sometimes discuss the possibility of foster children, but if we do, it won't be for awhile yet.
When I see and hear some children's sad stories, I just want to give them a little bit of rest and a safe spot in their story!