It has been a week full of pain – as we leave our dear family at FCCJ – there is pain in our hearts, and pain in the hearts of people we love so dearly. Knowing that we caused that pain hurts even more. It has also been a week full of encouragement – as people responded to us with cards and messages of love and prayer and support. There is concern, as Dave tries to find another job – even while the bills are still coming in. And there is always hope – because our God is truly bigger than anything in my life, and He is in control! And we will all come out on the other side of this stronger – and better able to trust in God!
There have been various rumors flying around us – as people try to understand the suddenness of our decision – and grasp at anything that makes some kind of sense out of something that they don’t understand. Rather than be angry or insulted by those rumors – I find myself sympathetic to the reason for them, and praying for peace to come to everyone who is hurting.
Perhaps right now, I shouldn’t focus on the weight loss journey I am on – focusing instead on Dave and friends who are hurting. And yet, I know that stepping away from this path will only lead to heartache – for me, for Dave, and for people who love me. I have already been there. So, I am continuing – doing my best to make smart choices – about food and exercise – watching for the reasons to celebrate even in the midst of all the heartache. This is not to make light of the pain in my heart and all around me, but it is a reminder that even in our sorrow, there is joy.
Please don’t stop praying for us! And please don’t stop celebrating the good things! And here is just one little thing to celebrate – I have lost 121.50 inches (10 feet, 1.5 inches). Blessings on you all!
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