"YANAAAL"...

It's an acronym I created to share with my loved ones:  YANAAAL.  It stands for...You Are Never Alone And Always Loved.  I always want those dear to me to know that there's never a single moment they are not surrounded by my love, thoughts and prayers.  Even more, I want it to remind them that God is with them and loves them even more than I do.

What I didn't realize however, was that this little "acronym of affection" would become so essential  in my own life.  It's easy to feel God's Presence and love when life is going well and the journey is unfolding smoothly.  Yet when our path becomes more challenging, confusing or concerning, it is often difficult to remember that we are not alone. 

Raised to be fiercely independent, there are times I am grateful for that tendency.  Yet as my journey has progressed, I have learned that it is essential to realize my total dependence on God.  My every breath comes from Him.  My every heartbeat comes from Him.  My every moment is a gift from Him.  All that I am able to do...is a gift from Him.  And what I cannot do...He handles that, too. 

What also amazes me is that He is Present with me...every single moment.  No matter where I am, what I face or what lies ahead, He is with me.  Not only is He available...but He is also accessible!  I can talk to Him...anytime, anywhere, about anything.  I have always "known" that.  Yet only recently have I learned the incredible value of that in my life in a very real...and, yes, even dependent...way.  Knowing I am not alone...for He is with me....and I am always loved...for He will never forsake me...makes all the difference on this precious journey.♥~thl

"I love the Lord, for He heard my voice; He heard my cry for mercy.  Because He turned His ear to me, I will call on Him as long as I live."  Psalm 116:  1>2