I like to plan ahead and when I do, lists are usually involved. I know I am not alone in this as most of you if not all plan and list. I have the usual daily/weekly lists such as grocery, the menu for the week, my to do list, budgeting, lesson plans, etc. There are other times throughout the year that I am making plans that go beyond the weeks or months, such as thinking ahead for the next school year. Back in early spring, I began to research and study books, catalogs, and websites for Little Joe's upcoming third grade year. I got opinions from other moms about certain curriculum then made decisions and placed orders. With lessons plans ready, I was excited to officially start the new year last Monday. All was going well until early Wednesday morning. I woke up with a stomach bug. I won't go into the details of this bug for your stomach's sake. I'll just say that food and liquids didn't stay in me. I was in bed all day Wednesday and most of Thursday. I was exhausted and ached all over. My teeth even hurt. Joe graciously took those days off of work to care for our boys and oversee a few subjects for Little Joe. Not one time did I hear him complain or grumble...we have a small house and from bed one can hear everything. He delighted in his service to our boys and me. There were times I felt that I should get up and see how things were going. He quickly escorted me back to my room and told me I should rest. As I listened and observed, I saw my husband joyful in situations that I find myself frustrated. It was good for me to be laid out for a couple days and be reminded of what matters most in this world. Apart from Christ, it is my precious family.
"The heart of man plans his way, but the Lord establishes his steps." Prov 16:9
