He Reminds Us

So yesterday I had a bad day. I had no hot water, well water for that matter, in my shower due to the frozen tundra called Texas. So I "showered" in my sink and sported a ponytail to work. I grudged through the day getting some discovery out the door and doing some research on a rather interesting topic,  but mostly I just wanted to go home, lay in bed and sleep.

I am dreading tomorrow. I know I shouldn't, but its still there looming in my head. And then I was reminded. Right there as I yelled at Chloe for digging another hole in the yard and almost escaping and finding hot water in the shower He reminded me He cares.

There was a small package in my mail from my sorority sister and former roommate. Its amazing what mail can do for you. I knew she asked me for my address but I figured it was for holiday cards or something. I turned over the envelope and it said open January 7th. I sooo wanted to tear it open right then, but I waited. Somehow, just seeing her name and knowing she was thinking of me reassured me that He loves me. I jumped in the hot shower, stood under the running water and cried. Yeah know, one of those cathartic let it all out cries. Amidst my stress, house problems and dog issues, He was reminding me that I am not alone.

I opened the package as I ate my breakfast this morning. I was overwhelmed with emotion as I saw Hil's handwriting and sweet words. Sure, I have watched her get married and her kids grow up before my eyes on facebook, but I haven't actually talked to her in years. We have exchanged "likes" and the occasional comment, but there she was, in between chasing two toddlers and pregnant with her third writing me a sweet note and sending me a lil package of joy.

I think I often get caught up on looking for the big signs in life. The milestones or dog-ears as our Pastor calls them. But right here, this note was my sign. It was a sign that I am loved, thought of and being lifted up daily even when I can't see it. So, thank you Hil. You do not know how much I needed that note. Tomorrow may not be what I wanted it to be 3 years ago, but I know I will not be alone. LITB.

2 Year {Anniversary Edition}

Two years ago today I walked down the aisle. I entered through the doors as Lynn Taylor and came out as Mrs. Alexander. It's been quite a journey for the two of us--we've laughed, cried, fought, made-up, learned, grown, and changed. We have experienced a vast sea of emotion and experiences. 

Happy Anniversary.