Adjusting

It's the daily connection I miss most.  His tall self coming through the door after a night at work, or hearing him say "aight ma.  love you." as he heads out to the store or to hang with friends.  I miss his smile and his laugh. That dry humor that we always share.  I especially miss praying with him each morning and night.

I have done better than I thought I would with him being away at college.  I truly thought I'd cry all the time and have a really hard time adjusting.  It felt like it was the right time when he went, and getting him all settled in went really smoothly.

Just some days.....

I'm truly grateful for the phone calls and texts, no matter how short they might be.  I am thankful that he is doing well and hasn't called begging to come home because he just can't do it.  Really, I have so much to be grateful for.  However, I still miss my baby!

Lord, please continue to shower Your grace, protection and love over my children, all of them.  I ask that you continue to order the steps of the one who no longer is here each day with us.  I can see now, so clearly, where my faith is being strengthened and Your will is being done.  Thank you, Father, for showing me how to train up my kids to know You and love You.  No matter what may come our way, our lives are in Your hands and it is truly a blessing!