For God's Plan not Mine

(I wrote this a couple of weeks ago and finally getting to post it)

There has been so much going on lately, more than the day to day stuff.  Things inside of my heart that are hard to find the words to share.  But the feeling is wonderful, joy and peace mixed together.

There are so many things that are around me in life that seem to be working together for God's purpose.  I'm not sure how it will all be used or how to step out with any of it but I feel God is setting things up for me to grow and serve Him in other areas.

At first I sort of felt a little overwhelmed....yes overwhelmed in the idea of what the Lord is working on with me since its all wonderful but its like a dot to dot and I don't know how all the dots get connected to see the picture that he is making.

my job
the ladies tea at church/Deanna
woman that have so much going on like ______someone I met recently
new direction with my blog
thankfullness
my family

My job for instance.  There are a few of my clients that I have that are believers.  There is this one that I look forward to going to help....its almost like going to a bible study.  She is 98 and her faith in the Lord is so strong.  It just pours out of her...

I've enjoyed my job, more than I originally thought.  I enjoy going and helping in any way that I can that will help make things more comfortable for these elderly people.  They each have a story and I get excited to get a glimpse of it.

I was in the right spot at the right time one morning at church to meet a young woman that really needed a friendly face, a hug and some encouragement.  It felt so wonderful to be the one that God used in that moment.  I felt like I was able to return some of what others have given me in my time of need.

Thankfulness--it seems that no matter what is going on around me,  I look for the things to be thankful for.  By doing this it amazingly changes my perspective on things.

God is with me in all that I do.  I have to just keep looking upward while he carries out His plan in my life.

Thank you

It has been fall like weather around here lately.  I've enjoyed it.  It seems that I haven't had much time, or have made the time to write lately.  Things have been going well.  There are your normal ups and downs with life, teenagers, and stuff but the Lord finds a way to bless me everyday. 

For some who have followed my blog for a while now, may realize that there has been a huge gap from all the storms in my life to light kind of stuff with my job.  Its funny how things change directions.  The kids, my step son, husband and I are moving forward again.  God is working and I continue to trust in Him alone.

As I've mentioned in earlier posts, I'm enjoying my job.  The kids are adjusting to the odd times in my schedule at times.  When I'm not working I've been focusing on de-cluttering the house.  That is a process in itself but I'm liking the results so far and I think Micah is happy too.

The kids have been busy with their friends.  Karlee has had volley ball the last two months, the season is almost over.  Things should be slowing down some.

Well I'm going to go for now.  This little post was just to say that I'm still here, growing in the Lord. 

Comfort Keepers

I'm enjoying my job.  It doesn't really feel like a job.  It's just me serving the elderly.  It's me helping, assisting and caring for others.  I feel blessed by each client I have the opportunity to care for or help.  They have their stories to share however they are able to express them.  Some can share themselves and others through there surroundings, and family members.  I'm thankful for this "job".  Thank you Lord.

Little things in Big blessings

Driving Miss Daisy to an Angel in waiting.  I helped a client yesterday that knows her routine and how things are going to be.  She had me drive her car, I was a little nervous but I was able to relax within a few minutes.  She reminds me of my grandmother, very sweet but with purpose.

Tonight a worked with a very sweet couple.  She is what seems to be an angel in waiting.  They are up there in years and ready to go see the Lord but realize that He isn't done with yet for whatever reason they don't understand but they won't question the Lord.  They are very thankful for Him everyday in all areas of their lives.  They live each day for the Lord, they get around the best they can with their limitations.  I read a chapter for them out of the Old and New Testament.  We ended in prayer.  She spoke the most beautiful pray.....a plea for others to hear His word and to live for Him and to know His way, and thankful heart for all the many blessings that he has showered on them and their loved ones.

I'm very thankful Lord for the people that you have placed in path to help.  Its amazing how each situation can be a winning moment for each of us as we are all blessed in the process of it all.  That is all because of you Lord. Thank you

Moment of Peace

Yesterday morning I walked into my clients house.  I smiled and greeted them and soon relized that the room was somber.  She had taken a turn for the worse since I had seen her on last week on Thursday.  The family had been told that she'd only have a few days left.

I wanted to help in any way I could.  I washed dishes, ate a muffin and had coffee and chatted with the daughter, and I went to Alberstons for them.  I finished my morning shift and grabbed McDonald's and headed to the Mt. Elden trails.  I know grabbing McDonald's and going on a little walk doesn't make much sense.  I walked for a bit on the trail and found a shady spot and a big rock to sit on and ate my lunch.

It was nice to hear the breeze blow through the leaves of the trees around me  The breeze was warm and golden.  The ground was sprinkled with yellow, white and purple flowers.  In the mix of it all there were other plants that had various shades of greens, browns and rusty orange.  I enjoyed looking around at how pretty it all blended, so well with the wooded trees that were broken on the ground.

As I sat there a man started to pass me by and then stopped for some friendly chatting.  He was nice and gave me several pointers for my next big hike.  He said he loves to coming to these trails, that its a peaceful get away from the world down there (pointing down the mountain to Flagstaff)

He's right, its one of the reasons I love being outdoors on a hike.  The man went on his way.  I got up and took a few pictures.  As I walked down to the van, I said  a little pray for the family at the clients house before I headed back for my afternoon shift.

These thoughts came to my mind too....

God your are so good.  God you are so loving.

Hold each one in your hand as they

let her go to you.

I had my camera with me and I stopped on the road to her house and took some pictures.  It was a beautiful morning.

The sweet lady passed on at 3:00 this morning.

Seasons of Change

I have enjoyed looking out the window lately.  The sunlight looks so golden.  A warm, soft, golden glow.  I love it.  It reminds me of how the Lord is always with us, and He invites us into His glory. 

The season is changing, we are entering into Fall. The days are warm with chilly mornings and crisp nights.  Yesterday I was walking around the park enjoying the weather.  There were so many people out enjoying the weather too. 

The Lord prepares his animals, birds, the ground, and the trees for the next season.  He also prepares each of us too. I look forward to the next season of change with the Lord.

Ecclesiastes 3:1
There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens.

2 Timothy 4:2
Preach the word; be prepared in season and out of season; correct, rebuke and encourage--with great patience and careful instruction.

Beautiful

Today I met and took care of my first client in their home.  I walked into an amazing beautiful site....a husband taking care of his wife.  They have been together for 59 years.  You could tell that he cherishes his wife dearly as he cares for her in her time of need.  It was simply beautiful.  What I witness today has tugged at my heart and has made a permanent impression on me.