Tender Mercies!

One day I hope to be a stay at home mom. I am so jealous of all the moms out there that get to raise their own children. I know it is hard work but is something that I want one day. The Lord really has helped me with this trial in my life. He has helped me to accept that I won't be at home for awhile and has made me appreciate my time with Kate even more! I struggled really hard going back to work after my maternity leave. Kate rolled over the week before I went back to work. I was so excited to be the first to see it. She went a few weeks without rolling over again. I know that the Lord gave me that to help me through the first little while of being back at work. It would have killed me to pick up Kate from the babysitter to hear that she rolled over. I was given another tender mercy today! I have to go back to work tomorrow. I have been dreading it for a little while. Don't get me wrong; I do enjoy my job. I love teaching kids, and the kids love to hear about Baby Kate. I just would prefer to be home with my little, precious girl! Anyway, I got to see Kate crawl today. It was so fun to see her finally figure it out and succeed. What a tender, sweet moment for me!! I'm so grateful for the tender mercies that the Lord has given to me. I'm so grateful to have Kate in my life! Lastly, I'm grateful for my husband and for the love that he has for Kate and me. I love watching him interact with Kate. Anyway, you should try and find the tender mercies that the Lord gives you. It will help you to stay positive in this trying life!