Abundant Joy

God continues to abundantly provide for the needs of our family through the kindness of others.  This past week, we received an extremely touching gift from a dear friend at church.  She has consistently been an encouragement to us over the past several years.  We are so grateful for her unwavering support.

On Friday, my sister gave me an envelope with strict instructions not to open it until Easter.  She seemed to be implying I lack self control in such matters, ha.  Luckily, I'm a chronic night owl, so ripped it open at 12:01am.  Inside I found an Easter card where someone had written, "You are a blessing to so many people, may those blessings be returned to you ten-fold."  The envelope also contained a generous gift to our family.  Although I have repeatedly harassed my sister, she refuses to disclose the origin of this blessing.  Anonymous gifts are difficult for me since I'm unable to squeeze the amazing people who send them (hmm, maybe that's why they wish to remain anonymous?).  Our family is exceedingly grateful to you, whoever you are.

Through many frustrating phone calls and mountains of paperwork, I believe we have taken the necessary steps to resolve our issues with Jason's benefits/insurance.  For some reason, this review process has been incredibly difficult every year.  This year was especially stressful since it had such a negative impact on our monthly budget.  I can only pray that it will be easier in the future, and that I don't allow myself to give over to worry before knowing the final outcome.

“Worry does not empty tomorrow of its sorrow, it empties today of its strength.” 

― Corrie ten Boom