Rushing wind blow through this house…
blowing out the dust within.
Wind. Growing up on the Florida coast, I know winds power. It can be destructive and cause insurmountable chaos.
And then there’s the wind that has been rushing through this house this weekend. A wonderful sweet breeze, bringing incredible fragrance and coolness as we finally get some summer temperatures. It reminds me of God’s whispers of peace. It’s been pretty stormy in this house lately with so much stress, change, and chaos, but the wind reminds me of God’s continual whispers of peace.
We are better today. The trauma of this past week has faded. I still have a smashed bumper, and job crap is still happening for both of us, but we have renewed perspective. Renewed intimacy. It’s a good thing.
We got to go to the lake yesterday. FINALLY! The first spot we went to was short lived because of the frigidly cold water, but I am glad we went because I got to see and pet an Irish Wolfhound. My favorite breed EVER! I also got to chat with another local adoptive mom who just brought her son home from Haiti two months ago. This is there second Haitian child, and I am obsessed with Haiti, so I love to chat with her. If the Lord ever does lead us to adopt internationally, I know who to talk to .
Anywho, we got a tip from Kaleb’s papa that the water was warmer at another beach. I figure it’s because this beach is in a bay. Anywho, the water was indeed warmer and we got to swim for a good hour before Rachel had to be back for work. The cool water felt so good. I’m not very athletic, but I am a great swimmer, so it felt good for my muscles to be doing what they love to do.
Kaleb tried to get the boys to let him launch them into the water. I was surprised at how scared they both were. My adventurous, dare devil boys? Not want to do something daredevil-ish? He got one good launch out of each of them, and then they were done. We’ll have to work on that.
Anywho, I am glad that the weekend was a refreshing one. We needed it so badly. This next week is Jeremiah’s official move-in week, although he already has most of his stuff here. He is so excited. So are we.
It’s an adventure. I’m just glad I don’t have to go on it alone.
Blessings!
Hannah
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Good luck this week with your new little one! I hope all goes smoothly!
I’m glad to hear things are pleasant once more, and that you are finally getting Jeremiah for keeps. Two boys! At your age! That’s pretty impressive, sister.
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