Day 72

A wise friend told me last year to remember that when we are separated from those we love we tend to focus on only the things we love about them. When we come back together reality sets in and we see the negatives that we had forgotten.

I've been thinking for several days about the fact that our family will be coming back together soon. We are all so excited for that day, whenever it may be. The coming back together is not always easy though. We all come back together with certain expectations. These aren't always very realistic and sometimes cause conflicts. Last year I know that I felt out of place for a period of time. I was moving back in with a couple of guys that were used to me not being there. I can only imagine that this year it will be even more magnified. Also, we go back with Devin and I still in caregiver mode for Kristen. This is especially true for me. Kristen is ready to be independent and we want to still be in control of keeping her safe. I'm sharing all this to request prayers. Along with praying for Kristen's continued healing, please pray for God to be at work in laying the foundation for us to come together as a family again. Pray for our hearts and minds to be prepared for the challenges ahead. Pray that we are conscience of the changes that we have all gone through and be prepared to make necessary adjustments.