His Presence...

My heart aches for my family on nights like this.  Storms are marching through our area.  Heavy rain continues to fall.  Yet my husband is at work.  Our daughter is at her home.  Our son is at his apartment near the university. I wish I could be with each of them, taking care of them, talking with them, making sure they have all they need. 

Then I remember.  My heart is with them.  But God is holding them in His arms when I cannot hold them in mine.  He is with them, watching them, caring for them, loving them. 

He is also with me.  I am not afraid to be alone.  I suppose that's because I realize I am really never alone.  He holds my family...and me...together...through darkest nights, strongest storms and uncertain futures. 

Thank You, God, for Your enduring Presence.<3~thl

"The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not be in want.  He makes me lie down in green pastures, He leads me beside quiet waters, He restores my soul.  He guides me in paths of righteousness for His Name's sake."  Psalm 23:  1>3