Ben and I have not changed our side of the bed since we were married. I've always had the same side, since our wedding day. This isn't what this post is about though, just giving you unless info :) What are friends for anyway? *chuckle*
This morning I woke up on the wrong side of the bed. This is completely uncharacteristic of me, oh so very rare. (thank goodness!) I didn't sleep great and then when my ever-so-sweet-sounding alarm blared (at 4.30) to remind me to get to the gym.....I turned it off and snuggled deeper into my covers. Bad idea. Not only did I not get to the gym, I still didn't sleep well. I started our morning routine at 6.24, grumbling. As I was reading the Bible to the Twins, I realized I was setting the precedence for the day. I could continue in a selfish, PMSish mood and that's the day I'd have, a PMSish sort....or....I could pray, be uplifted by arms higher than I and be cozy in His hug and thus have a cozy, hugged by God day. Hum. Really, there's not a big decision here! So, between Bible reading and breakfast, I allowed myself to be renewed and uplifted. God is so good! I'll never know how, when we give Him something gross, he turns it into beauty. He is always faithful, even in the small things.
In the car on the way to school today, I told the kids about my grumpy attitude. I then needed to explain what "waking up on the wrong side of the bed" meant. :o)
Philippians 4:4-7 "Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: REJOICE! Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus."
In other inconsequential news; I got a hair cut Saturday and I'm still trying to decide if I like it or not. I'll post a photo tomorrow.
4 comments:
nice work adjusting your attitude!! can't wait to see the hair :) ...R...
Thank you for the reminder that God can turn gross things into beautiful things. I can think of a few gross things to give up to Him right now. Love you!
Hi, Your hair looked great this morning! I couldn't even tell you got it cut! Love you, Mom : )
Way to go to share with your kids. Just yesterday I was apologizing to Boston. Not sure he gets it yet but he will and I am sure I will have more opportunities :-)
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