If we had everything our way...

If I were able to get everything I wanted anytime I wanted, the world would be nothing to me. I would have no reason to smile, move forward with a purpose, or do anything. While I am somewhat spoiled (hey--I am an only child), I do not get everything I want or wish for. I visited a friend this weekend and I met his 4 kids for the first time. Sweetest little happy faces you ever did see!! They were excited to meet me and I was excited to meet them. I quickly learned after working with "little people" (as I like to call them), that they are soooo much work! Yes, I've babysat, worked with kids in small groups, blah, blah, blah...it had been a while so this new group was like starting over. Like I said--sweet kids, very mindful and respectful--Ms. Bea likes that! BUT, at the same time, Ms. Bea was out of shape and practice. What would I do if I had a baby today??? 1) Lose it; 2) call my mama for back up, 3) call Jesus when they all go to bed! Essentially, I'm really not sure. So, what am I saying???

Be grateful for the time you have: whether you're alone (married/single), with/without kids, etc. There's a reason, just ask God to show you if you don't understand. He will provide you with the understanding. What I learned is that even though I thought I was ready for kids, I really wasn't. If God had granted my request when I asked, I'd be in a world of hurt right now! I wasn't ready. To have a child when I asked for one would have been more than this only child could have handled. So grateful for the lesson, so determined to heed discernment, so happy to be in His will.