…I can be whatever I want to be! That tune, from the musical Cinderella, has always been a favorite. Sometimes when life gets a little crazy it’s nice to have a place to run away to, even if it’s right upstairs.Emmeline, turning 1 in just a few days, has had her world turned upside down because Katie and Josh are moving to a bigger apartment. They know that the end result will be wonderful, but all Emmie knows is that it looks like they are stealing her stuff and waking her up in strange surroundings. The day that Katie forgot the Blankie meant many tears for poor baby girl!
Our kitchen remodel is more than halfway finished. I’m still smiling in spite of the fact that we uncovered termite damage that needed fixing, the leaky upstairs toilet sprang a leak onto the kitchen ceiling and now the floor and tile need fixing up there, and my husband’s truck needed an expensive repair. It’s been the kind of week where I want my own blankie!
Guess what? Mom reminded me that I have two of them. She’s right (moms are like that aren’t they?) When I had surgery a few years ago her church made me a prayer quilt. It’s cheery yellow color reminds me that God is faithful and prayers were answered. Then there is the lovely afghan that Mom knitted for me. I know the hours of love and talent poured into that gift and using it feels like getting a hug from far away.
Emmeline, your mommy and daddy love you. Even when your world is turned upside down, they see the bigger picture. For those of you reading this who might also be a little discombobulated, I pray that whatever your “blankie” might be, that it serves as a reminder of the real people who love you, the ones the Lord has blessed you with. He sees the big picture, even when we don’t.
Hugs,
Renee
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5 comments:
Oh, what a sweet post!! A blankie can sure make a difference and you are so right about the bigger picture.
I, too, had a bit of stress, starting last night with a washing machine that decided to turn into a waterfall (and me all by myself) then up at 4:00 am to still more water running out of the silly machine. Grrr.... :)
Yes, what a sweet post! We all need to be reminded of the things that you told us. So true! Remember, God never gives us more than we can handle. He also promised that our life would not be an easy one, but that He would ALWAYS be there with us. Love & blessings from NC!
Awww. Yes, God is good and provides us with who and what we need when we need it most. He continues to bless us. He certainly blessed us with a very talented daughter who knows "whose" she is.
Love, Mom
Between your post and your Mom's comment, this brought tears to my eyes. You have been given such a great perspective and it always blesses me, my friend! thanks!
Suzanne
What a sweet post, yes... we all seem to have our "blankie" days don't we. Thank you for this post.
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