It's been a LONG time

I can't believe that it has been since February that I wrote anything on my blog!  Life is full and I'm blessed.  I don't know where to begin since my last posting. 

The best news has been that we have been blessed with a live donor for Jim.  We give God all the glory for this occurring.  Lord willing, the transplant will be the end of September!  We are filled with many emotions and saying we are so grateful and thankful doesn't seem like enough.  Continue to keep this process in your prayers as we approach the day. It has been wonderful to see God's hand in this chapter in our lives. GIG

The greatest personal opportunity began around the time I last posted.  I am blessed to watch our first (only at this time) grandchild on a very half-time basis, while his mommy and daddy work throughout the week.  This "gift" has been nothing short of pure joy.  How blessed I am to be home and be able to enjoy him several days a week.  It is hard to believe that he will be 10 months old the 10th of this month! This year is flying by!!

Throughout the last several months we have been able to visit with friends, family, go for weekend getaways, as well as just enjoy being home from time to time.  We have celebrated special days of happiness, and days of sadness within our circle of family and friends.  This summer and song by Laura Story has touched my heart and I must say is one of my all-time favorite songs and messages!  Enjoy: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eOOFAaUGfRE

Hopefully it won't be as long the next time I share my babblings and thoughts.  I know that I've grown this year in my spiritual walk as alot of the events of this year I have not been able to be the one in control: God has shown me that only He truly is the one in control and I am thankful that I have, for the most part, been able to "let go and LET GOD".  The fullness of our lives hasn't been as high pressured or filled with as many anxious ways of thinking for me as past full years and I owe that God and allowing Him to work through my day through me rather than me trying to do it alone!

Life is full.  Life is good. Life is a blessing and I'm thankful for the everyday blessings that are more and more apparent to me!  Ps. 118:24

~Tina