I've been doing a lot of thinking...weird I know...but with so many questions and decisions going on in my life right now that's just the way it is! I've been thinking a lot about my family (as you've read in earlier posts)...my house...and MYSELF. Big changes could be occuring here in our little abode...for the better?? I'm not sure yet...but it gives me a chance to really sit down and figure out those things that are important to me. I am not one who looks for CHANGE....CHANGE is often hard on me. I get in a rhthym, so to speak, and when CHANGES occur, it often takes me a while to get back into the groove of myself.
We moved to our house 2 1/2 years ago....and that was the BIGGEST CHANGE I have ever encountered. Especially since we lived with my parents for almost 4 years before moving out here. BUT, it was the best decision we have ever made. It has taught me a lot and it was the BEST thing for my cute hubby and I. To be completely honest in this posting, there is a chance we may LOSE this house. I've thought a lot about that...I really do love my house, my neighbors, and our cul-de-sac. I get sad thinking that I may not live here any longer....there have been many "firsts" in this house...many memories....but I read something this morning that really HIT me...it said "Change does not change tradition. It strengthens it. Change is a challenge and an opportunity; not a threat" I fell in love with this quote. Especially the part that says "Change does not change tradition". If we do end up moving, to who knows where....it doesn't change what we, as a family, have already established. It doesn't change me, it doesn't change my kids...yes it will take some "getting used to". Just like it did when we moved the first time. As of right now, I don't know what our future holds. But what I do know, is that my family comes first. This house, our THINGS, don't matter. Yes I will be emotional, Yes I will miss certain things...but that doesn't change the fact that I can make our HOME be anywhere. My happiness does not lie between these walls...my happiness is inside me, it's in my sweet kids and hubby....so the CHANGES can come if that's what's gonna happen....but MY happiness, MY love for my family, MY traditions will never change....
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I hear you girl, it is hard to let go sometimes....I wish I could say or help you in some way. Just keep your faith through the rough times. I think we all have to pray for that, it is only going to get worse I am afraid.
If it weren't for the rough times in my life, I wouldn't be where I am today. Happy and content to be where I am. Things happen for a reason Miss Niss...I do believe in that. so....when are you guys movin up here then?
I am sorry your are dealing with some rough changes, especially the unknown. We will be thinking and praying for you, whatever the outcome I do know that you will be stronger. Adversity is necessary for growth.
thank you for your words!!
this is what i nedded to hear!!
i will tel you more in private!!
thanks! you r a true friend!
Echoing Miss Jenny...Things do happen for a reason. (even if the reason's not obvious until later!) And also, yes, when are you moving up here? ;-)
You are strong, you've got a handle on things, you know what's important.
As hard as change can be sometimes, it ALWAYS makes you stronger.
That's the eternal perspective! That's the one we need to all grab hold of. Nothing else REALLY matters, does it?
Well said. Still, I'm sorry your family has hit a rough patch. You have many friends who are praying for you.
you've always been stronger than me, and i know you can handle anything (esp. better than i could). so i'm not going to say it all happens for a reason, cz we know that. we'll always have memories of taco bell w/ nate @ 11:00 at night :) so, come over again, we'll have subway again..and maybe cry TOGETHER this time. =0) OH... and don't do anything rash or sudden(not that you were going to or anything)
I am sorry you are going through a rough time. I will tell you I know what you are going through! As hard as it is we grew from it and we are now stronger! If you need to talk let me know cuz I have been there!!
I know exactly how you are feeling...we just went through all the above. It is so hard...and scary. But, I survived it...so far (hubby still lives in a different state, dang it!). Sounds like you have great perspective and understanding...you can tell your little family is most important to you. If you ever need to chat/vent...email me, I'll send you my #. I hope things work out for the best for you and your family...you're a great Mom.
Good for you, Anissa. I admire your outlook on life, and in particular this situation. I know what it feels like to have that weight on your shoulders. You're handling it a lot better than I did. Keep your chin up. Everything happens for a reason, and I know that the Lord will take care of you and your sweet family.
You are amazing! I love the quote about change and traditions.
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