Back in the Swing of Things

Our weekend get-away in Hot Springs was pleasant. The pace begin to slow down as we made our way towards west Arkansas late Friday afternoon. I noticed the trees were beginning to turn colors and the sunset was painted pastel. However our trip was unexpectedly cut a little short. Isabelle and I came down with a stomach virus Saturday night. We apparently picked up this two day virus from Amelia, who had been sick a few days earlier. We took Isabelle to the doctor when we got home just to be on the safe side. As of today, I think everyone is on the "up-swing" and feeling much better.

One afternoon while in Hot Springs, I decided to take some time and sit down at the little desk in our hotel room. I had recently spoken with a dear friend of mine, Crystal and shared with her my need to spend more time with the Lord. She reminded me of different ways to be in prayer with Him. So, I pulled out the notepad and pen provided by the hotel and begin to write a thank you note to the Lord. It was a simple acknowledgement but addressed to Him. I finished it, signed my name and then left it there. By chance Bill might have glanced at it, but I know the Lord read it.

Last night while tucking Amelia in bed, she begin to whimper and say, "I don't want you to go out of town". It melted me as I realized it was her way of saying she missed me. I assured her I was home for now and wouldn't be going anywhere.

Back in the swing of things, Isabelle and I will be unpacking today and taking it easy while Ellie & Amelia are in school.