New Post, New Perspective

I feel there is not enough room to write about the sovereignty of God. I don't feel I can even write the extent of His mercy these past few days. 

A change in perspective.

A change in life.

I could focus on all the unknowns and all the bad that could happen. I could probably fill this blog with those things every day. Last night, I pondered on what would happen if my kids were sick over there. They told me they don't have adult supervision at night. There's no one to tuck them into bed, much less (possibly) check on them if they are ill. I don't know. The only thing I know is that I am here and they are there. Also, there is a reason we are not together at this present time.

I decided, however, to not fill my days with the "why" and sad thoughts. And, wouldn't you know? Some great things started falling into place. Would I rather NOT go back to the doctor, for the 8th time, for a test that she failed to test for when she told me she'd test my blood for "everything"? YES. Will it kill me to keep going back? No. It won't kill me. Will the agency we're working with stop the ridiculous "double charging"? Probably not. We chose them. It's too late to change. All we can do is hope that we can finish with them as soon as possible (and with the least amount of financial damage) and move on. 

If I don't believe in a God who knows exactly what's going on with my kids 5,500 miles, there's no way I can get through this. And, He has been so faithful. He's given me every bit of direction I have needed, when I have asked him this past week. He didn't have to, but He did. He also didn't have to show me the other workers, within a couple of our agencies, who have been working to get our kids here this week. They have. I rejoice in that. 

So... here's to a new perspective. 

Fundraising is pretty busy right now. We have had a number of people donate to our big auction.  I am so excited about our barn party. We are blessed to be surrounded by so many people, supporting us. This will be my focus for the next 7 1/2 weeks. I cannot wait for this! The best part about it is that we're hearing from people who we haven't talked to in years, who'd like to help out. It's like a double blessing! Reconnecting with folks who are blessing our family!  How much better  can you get?
 
Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel, who alone does wondrous things. Blessed be his glorious name forever; may the whole earth be filled with his glory! Amen and Amen! Psalm 72:18-19