Ice...

...can change your plans.

It's unusual to be sitting at home on a Sunday morning. I was disappointed that church was cancelled, due to ice. There is something about praise and worship with other believers that's different than doing it at home alone (although that is good, too!).

But it's been a good morning! I had a chance to talk with my brother and I also had some good texting conversations with friends. And now I have time to blog!:) Some of the things I've been thinking about feel kind of random and not necessarily connected but we'll see how this goes.

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I like doing puzzles. Winter seems like a good time to pull out a puzzle and sit down with Mom, a sister or friend and chat together while fitting in the pieces. Sometimes focusing in on one small section is helpful. Other times looking at the bigger picture helps you see where this one fits. Some pieces don't look like they would go together when, actually, they do. At times, someone else's perspective helps you put the pieces in place. Many different colors make up the picture. You might have a piece you think is sky when, actually, it's water.

So often life is like this. Be assured God sees the bigger picture and he is fitting the pieces together. The finished product will be a beautiful picture, much more beautiful than we could ever imagine!

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A friend of mine from grade school has been battling cancer for several years. I found out last week that the cancer has spread to the brain and treatment isn't working. Apart from a miracle, she will soon be moving on to her heavenly home.

I had to wonder how that would feel - to know you will soon be leaving. On one hand, the excitement and anticipation of finally meeting Jesus and knowing the fullness of His love. On the other hand, the heart-wrenching grief and pain of parting with your husband, children, family and friends.

Even to the end, Rose has acknowledged God's goodness. I want to be like her for I know deep in my heart that He is ALWAYS good, even when I don't understand.

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This has been declared a "breakthrough year"! And it is!! We are only 2 weeks in and already I have seen much breakthrough in my own life, as well as for others. God is at work. Always. Letting Him change you is the best thing that could ever happen!

Ice... or no ice.