Sometimes it's hard to be an adult

I've been thinking a lot lately how it might be nice to be a kid again.  Sometimes all the things we have to face as adults are overwhelming.  My grandma moved into the nursing home last week.  We knew this was going to happen, we just didn't know when.  Thankfully it was an easy process that was led by Grandma.  She's doing well and getting the therapy that she needs.  It's hard to see her there and not at her own home, but I know it's for the best.  It was also difficult yesterday to go to her house that she no longer lives in.  It felt empty and cold.  Times change and we move on.

Another thing that's been on my mind is how I need to change in certain areas of my life.  I need to lead our children by example and speak with kindness and show love.  That's not always easy, but nothing is impossible with God.  My attitude needs to be good no matter the circumstances.  I was reminded of the verse in I Thessalonians 5:19 that says, "Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you."  This is not an "if I want to" suggestion, this is a command, God's will.

I am so blessed in many, many areas of my life; there is so much to be thankful for.  Why do I focus on the negative?  Prayer is a great tool that I am learning more and more to take advantage of.  God is good, greater than I can even imagine and I know he will meet my every need.