18 May 2010
I am about to take on my day. It's filled with laundry, grocery shopping, a run to the library, and packing. My week is overflowing with activities - in-laws visiting, my son graduates high school, my 41st birthday, a graduation dinner, packing and leaving for Italy in four short days. But... I sit here in the silence of my house, alone and overwhelmed.
I just finished reading my morning devotional and completed the last chapter in Francis Chan's book, Crazy Love. As I was praying for this week and all that it holds, I was completely overcome with emotion thinking about my life - my past and my present. I am so incredibly thankful for my husband, my kids, my family, and my friends. I am so humbled by all that God has done in and through me - the good, the bad, and the ugly. My eyes started tearing up and then the flood gates opened, and I just began sobbing. Not tears of sadness, and really not tears of joy. Just tears of awe at all that my life has held.
Truly, overwhelmed.
If you are reading this blog, you are blessed beyond belief. Take a moment today and reflect on your life. We all have had trials and challenges (some more difficult than others). However, our lives are bursting at the seams with goodness and blessing. Really! Bursting!
I am overwhelmed at my journey and the people that have traveled with me - whether it's been for many years or short spurts along the way. This journey and all that it's held is amazing. I don't know when my journey will end. It could be today. It could be in another forty-one years. But, I do know I am overwhelmed with gratitude for the ride so far.
