Another week of Summer gone, finished, kaput. Where does the time go? Before I know it, it will be time to start a new school year. High School. But let's not think about that right now, mkay?This week started with a bit of frustration pertaining to our move to Libya. We were supposed to have already moved, but there have been some issues with the contract that are being ironed out. So we wait. I was hoping to be settled before the new school year, but it's now looking like we'll be lucky to move by September. With the way things have gone so far I wonder if we'll move at all. I'm disappointed and irritated with the holding pattern. Have I mentioned I am NOT a patient person? God is stretching me. I trust He is serving our best interests, so I'm trying to be patient and obedient. It will all work out eventually.
With all this frustration came a change of attitude. I said to myself "Self, heck if I'm sitting around this house, packing things for storage, making inventory lists and researching. I'm going to make sure we enjoy what's left of this summer!"
This led to a week that actually felt like summer vacation. I still accomplished some work, but the focus was fun!
We made mud pies.
We baked.
We had tickle fights and built block towers.
We read books and watched movies.
We went swimming.
Tony and Billy (who spent a month with their mom) came back.
We celebrated Billy's 13th birthday.
And generally enjoyed life. I'd love to post some photos of it all but I'm too worn out from swimming.
And that's a beautiful thing!
I'm so glad you had opportunity to enjoy a bit of summer. I hope and pray for you that things get ironed out and you soon have a sense of certainty about what is going to happen and when. It can be mind-wracking!
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun week! I know the setbacks must be incredibly frustrating, but good for you in letting go and just enjoying summer!
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ReplyDeleteSorry that the move is not going the way that you thought it would. However, I'm glad that you had a week that was a lot more like summer break! I need one of those for sure!
ReplyDeleteThe contract issues are affecting those who are already at their location as well. There are perks and obvious aggravations with this lifestyle. Always plan in pencil. Hurry up and wait. Don't believe anything until you are in the air on your way, and even then, it's all subject to change.
ReplyDeleteGlad you had a good day full of summer fun.
Boy, I wish I'd had the attitude that my waiting was serving God's purpose for me today instead of acting like a complete jerk to a total stranger (who wasn't being nice herself, but still...). I bet, if I'd had that attitude now, I wouldn't still be beating myself up and feeling guilty. I wish you lived closer. We could hang out and have Bible study and you could bang spiritual truths into my head. ;-)
ReplyDeleteGlad you had a fun week. It sounds great!
That is a beautiful thing! I am not very patient either so you have all my sympathy!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great attitude to have when you're in a holding pattern! Enjoy the rest of your summer!
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Blessings,
Kym