A Necessary Conversation

While I have come a long way in fine-tuning the skill of letting things roll of my shoulders and going on about my life, I am still guilty of letting specific things get under my skin and drive me bonkers! {Bonkers. Did I really just say that?} Sometimes, I forfeit my focus and allow certain situations to consume every ounce of energy I have. I seem to lose all sense of inner peace and stray away from my maker. I'm not saying, I'm just saying, lately I might have been on the verge of one of those headaches.

This weekend has been amazing. Nothing extraordinary to most but noteworthy to me.

The Dallas weather has been dreamy the past few days, definitely welcomed after the hottest summer in history. If a cool breeze and an open sunroof doesn't make you stop and smell the roses, well, I'd say you should check to see if your sniffer still works...

Last night, I spent invaluable moments with one of my dearest friends, which lasted into the wee hours of the night. Nobody would appreciate our giggle fits except us, as we tried to glue molecule-sized shreds of paper together and agreed that anyone else on this earth would think we were outside of our minds. We came out triumphant and proud, even if not a soul noticed our efforts.

This morning, I had the pleasure of hosting a shower to honor my longest-lasting friendship. At three years old, I met this little lady that would stay in my life much longer than anyone could have ever guessed at the time. I'm so excited to witness her spontaneous miracle -- twins! What a special journey to take with her, from playing house to well, um.... playing house! For real! PS - Jess, you're a mother of three. Holy shit! But hey, you really rock the double fetus look.

This afternoon, I took some time to catch up with my parents before they headed out for a local charity event. I got to help get my mom ready for a sweet little date night out with my dad. We played beauty shop and I loved every second of it. The most precious picture of my parents was in tall order, before I shipped them off for the evening. A picture that sends a little tingle straight to my heart.

This evening, I had special one-on-one time with my sister-in-law at dinner and learned all the new things that are happening with my the newest Baby Stanga. It got me even more excited to welcome a new niece or nephew into the family. Patience is not my strongest virtue, by the way, but I'll allow a bit more cooking before I demand an entrance. 6 weeks and some change, hopefully.

Upon reflection on my drive home tonight, I decided to speak to my Father. Too many times, I seek Him when I'm in need. Tonight, I sought Him because I am thankful.

His blessings far outweigh sorrow. I am not too good for the plan He has for me.

I am His.

"The Lord bless you, and keep you; The Lord make His face shine on you, And be gracious to you; The Lord lift up His countenance on you, and give you peace." Numbers 6:24-26