Have you ever been faced with a day that has a ‘to do’ list a mile long and as you try to accomplish the ‘to do’s’ other ‘DO’S’ push their way in so you are left asking God to give you one more hour in the day?
That has been my day today. Though, I won’t complain because there have been a few ‘moments’ that have made it all worthwhile and have reminded me that there is always ‘hope for tomorrow’ because as long as I’m focused on what I can do today it’ll all work itself out as it should.
I received two amazing gifts today…make that three. The first two were this morning when I dropped into “Not So Plain Jane” to check on the progress of the Hopeful Hearts charm. We have been having issues with the casting people in New Jersey and come to find out they were busy with another contract so mine has been pushed to the side. Oh, but God loves to show off when He can make lemonade out of lemons. Jeanne, the purchasing manager that I’m working with, has put so much of her own time and effort into this project that I am humbled by her vested interest. She has found a different manufacturer that is not only faster but cheaper and the same quality.
The full amount has not yet been raised to cover the production of the charm so this was a gift to me from God because now I don’t have as much to raise to make it happen by the big April fundraiser. The second gift was completely unexpected and I am still humbled by the work and effort that has been put into this gift.
It’s a flip book that Jane herself wrote scripture references that she says, “God hand-picked for you.” In her note to me she wrote, “When I wake in the middle of the night, rather than laying there worrying, I get up and start reading my flip book.” She began this for me on January 18th. Amazing.
The final gift I received today was an email from a young man whom I’ve both worked with and counseled in the past. He is an amazing musician and a few months back he had told me the work I was doing and what I’ve been through had inspired a song. Today it is finished and he emailed me a rough recording. It is called, “Where Are You Now” and the lyrics are captivating. “Come find me, Lord,” the young girl sings and the Lord sings back to her. He doesn’t want me to share it yet…he wants to have a better recording but I can’t wait to feature this song. I’m touched.
Yes, it was a long day but not so that I couldn’t stop and receive the small gifts to encourage me and give me hope for tomorrow. By the way, made the appointment for the next mammogram at Texas Women’s. It isn’t until March 19th so I will be putting that out of my mind for awhile. 😉 Thank you ALL for the continued prayers!
Blessings
Shannon