Trying so hard
to hold it all together
Now is not the time
to come undone
But the dog's barking
The phone's ringing
So much to do, and
Tensions are running high
The mountain of belongings
stacked up in the hall
Tell a story of a new adventure
about to begin
...the next step for a little girl
who's growing up
...and the mix of emotions
for a family who is learning to let go
Without even realizing it
A tear rolls down my face
then another
....and before I know it
I begin to melt
Today I Pray...
....for laughter and joy
...for patience and understanding
...for compassionate hearts
And a deep awareness of
Your unfailing
peace and love
settled deep within our bones
8 comments:
What beautiful heartfelt words, thank you so much for sharing......I will say a prayer for your family and your daughter's new adventure! Lori
Thanks Lori. I think most of what I feel is excitement. But can't help but feel a pang of sadness too... she's a special girl and we're going to miss seeing her smile and hearing her laughter on a daily basis.
Do you have a daughter going off to college?
sure do Maureen...like I said, it's all good, just trying to get ready for a new chapter of our lives.
More than you realize...I can relate to this post. To the apprehensions, the sadness, the changes, and the wanting not to let go. My mother's heart will be praying for you in this transistion.
My prayers will include you, Lauren . . . thank goodness we can trust in God's guidance and Parenting . . .whole new adventures lie ahead . . .and it's as much your growing time as it is your dear daughter's . .
My mother's heart aches for you. Good byes...always so difficult and painful. The prayers for peace and joy are so needed for you and for me. Thank God for His peace.
"peace settled deep in our bones"--I absolutely needed this today. Thank you, Lauren. I've been very busy lately with a new job and sometimes feel like I'm losing my mind. I'd forgotten how centered and calm your blog makes me feel. Thank you.
I pray for peace for you, and your family, in this time of transition.
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