The above poem and picture remind me of how I feel after this week's e-mail I received. I was very concerned over a jury duty appearance right after our vacation. Even Monday night, when I was filling in the online paperwork, I was overwhelmed by the gravity of the task of jury duty, on top of all that I have been responsible for the past, almost 2 years.
Next, I was concerned with the lack of childcare, who could easily help with Chantel's needs, my 87 year old Mother-in-Law... Also, the week it was to happen was the beginning of the memory week for the death of my dad, July 21st, 2010, two years ago. This year, seems to be the toughest for me grief wise, maybe it's finally hitting me. Also, our child, Patience,lost by miscarriage, July 20th, 2009...
I was SO THANKFUL and RELIEVED.. when I received an e-mail stating that I had been officially excused the next day, yesterday.. Now I can move on with our vacation and enjoy it, instead of dreading the news, phone calls and concerns. THANKFUL that GOD placed some empathy in the heart of a judge.
Also, I will have more time to spend with Chantel... and resting and recuperating.. like the summer was supposed to be. Also, getting ready for Sunday School Teaching again in the fall.
VERY THANKFUL!
