We managed to survive a whole week with Don away on business. I wasn't sure I could. I can't say that everything went exactly the way it does when Daddy is home, but we managed to stay on top of the essentials and have a generally peaceful time. In many ways, I feel like this week was empowering. I went into the week fearful that this couldn't be done, and I came away feeling a bit like superwoman. I'm glad that I don't have to parent on my own, but now I know that if I had to, I could.
This week taught me a lot about my own diligence or lack thereof (laziness really), and it taught me just how big God's grace is in the moment. I never thought that I could manage this crew without significant help, but now I'm more aware of how big God's help is when we rely on Him. My security isn't in other people; it's in the power of God. Still, I'm glad that God doesn't call me to do this without my husband very often.
Everyone is very excited to have Don home. The kids were each so cute in their responses to having him back. I can tell that they love their Daddy very much. I feel like I can breathe again, and I have my best friend back to share life with. (Big contented sigh!)
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