Thankful

Well, we are officially moved out.  I have to go back tomorrow to clean up and get the spare odds and ends out.  I'm really not sure how I feel, but I do know that tears are right on the surface.  I don't think it is remorse about selling earthly possessions, but more grief over saying goodbye to what we know.  I am excited to see what God has in store tomorrow, but today, it all hurts.  I don't cry in front of others if I can help it, so Im not sure what to do other than stuff it down.  I'm pretty sure when the tears come, it will be long and hard, and I would much rather be alone when that happens!

The girls are doing great.  I asked Gracie how she felt seeing her home empty and all the things sold.  She told me she didn't really care.  It didn't bother her at all.  Well, to that I shout, PRAISE GOD!  What a mighty Savior I have.  The littles think all is fun.  They like being with grandparents, they like new beds.  They are happy as could be without a care in the world.  I'm so thankful...

I'm also crazy thankful for Mama (and Dad who lets her come!)  She came and worked so hard, and I know with no doubts that I would not have gotten near so much accomplished without her.  I tend to be less productive when there is no reward at the end.  And an empty home is not rewarding...

Also, Chatty.  She is the best friend I could ask for.  She came and worked all day Saturday, and it isn't the first time!  She texted and checked on me all weekend and was my comic relief when I needed to cry. She was just there.  And I needed that.  I'm not sure I can say enough words for you understand what an answered prayer she has been in my life.

While I'm in thankful mode...let me just say, my sister in law rocks!  Shanna watched my girls for 2 weeks while we were in Tennessee getting all official.  They had so much fun that they didn't want to come home!  It such a peaceful feeling to know that I can leave my girls and that they are just as loved by my brother and Shanna as they are when they are home.

Then, there are Cam's parents.  They have just been there.  Supporting.  We are living with them for a couple weeks and it's just home here.  Comfortable.  Nice.  Love.

My grandparents.  They have been in my corner my whole life.  They flew up to Nashville to be with us during our commissioning.  They have been our prayer warriors, our supporters.

I'm just thankful.  Praising Jesus today.  And seriously, I didn't mean to write out a thankful speech.  And even more seriously, I could go on and on.  I have the best group of family and friends that anyone could ask for.  I have another best friend who is always there and whose husband bends over backwards to keep my car safe and running smoothly.  I have another sister in law whom I adore and can call anytime with anything and just cry or laugh or just say hi.  I love that.  And wow.  Church family.  Blessed.  I am so blessed.