Blessings

God has really been working in my heart here lately in very profound ways. I must admit, that I have been struggling over the past few weeks with being at home with Mary Lindsey on a full time basis. I think all of you who follow this blog know that I am a people person. The hardest part for me about being a full time stay at home mommy are the weeks that I feel secluded from adults...the lack of adult conversation and interaction...and also projects to keep my mind busy. I feel completely consumed by baby. Now, I have said all of this, but I would be remiss if I didn't also tell you that I see the eternal value every moment of the day in staying home with Mary Lindsey. She is the joy of my life...so I have been in deep prayer to God about helping me with the areas that I am struggling with. Let me just say...God is so faithful!

I have an amazing husband! He really does listen to me, even when I am throwing a pity party for myself and have lost all signs of sanity. He has really been encouraging me over these past few weeks to get out and invest my time in those around me. It really is true that when you pour yourself into other people, your own problems or stresses seem to diminish and your joy is multiplied. Today Mary Lindsey and I went to visit a dear couple in our church, Jim and Mary Ellis Reeves. I have posted their picture above. They are both in poor health and are not able to come to church or get out much. I know Mary Lindsey brightened their day, but truthfully they will never know what their company did for my heart. God is so good, and I am blessed to be a pastor's wife and get the opportunity to love on so many people. So, every week Mary Lindsey and I are going to pay a visit to at least one person or family who need it. I am counting on all of you to hold me to this...even when my schedule gets hectic and I can think of a million reasons why I can't!