Today is not an easy day...but a blessed day. Today brings much heartache and loss to our lives. Today reminds me that God still loves me when I don't understand and He embraces us in the valleys as well as on the mountain tops.
Today is the birthday of the little girl we came so very close to adopting from China. This would have been her first birthday experienced in our family. We worked six long, stressful and expensive years to bring her home. But only God knows what and why our dream ended last year. Today we pray for her, love her dearly and trust God to hold her in His arms wherever she may be. Today we thank Him for holding us during this time of loss, grief, uncertainty, confusion and sadness. Today, we truly realize that He knows what is best even when our lives are shattered with no explanation. Happy Birthday, Song! You will always be a part of our hearts, lives and family. We love and miss you so very much.
Today is also the birthday of our precious "Papaw Curtis"...our Kentucky Dad...who passed away last October. He would have turned 91 today. We certainly know he is enjoying a wonderful celebration in Heaven...healed, whole and in the Presence of God. We miss you, Papaw Curtis! We often called you "Mr. Perfect" here on earth...but we now know you are perfect with no more pain. We will see you soon!
Today my faith means far more than words. Today my heart breaks...but I know He cares, understands the loss of a child, wipes my tears and hears my silent sobs. Today we miss our precious loved one who has gone Home. But I know we shall see him again....and spend eternity together. Today...words do not describe tragedy, loss, confusion, disappointment and empty arms. But today reminds me...that with Him, the journey continues...trust remains...hope is not lost and love goes beyond tragedy and loss. Today I hold onto the One who continues to guide my life...even when I do not understand the pain of the past or the path of the future. Today...I trust Him...completely. ♥~thl
"Your righteousness reaches to the skies, O God, You, who have done great things, Who, O God, is like You? Though You have made me see troubles, many and bitter, You will restore my life again; from the depths of the earth You will again bring me up. You will increase my honor and comfort me once again." Psalm 71: 19>21
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