J Cooper Photography

Apr

24

2008

Letting go…

Sometimes God asks us to let go. It is never easy. This week He is reminding me that although I would love to believe I am in control of things….I’m not. I’ve wept for a friend who lost her husband this week…and held mine a bit more closely.

And been put on bedrest.

I’m hoping that being forced to slow down will remind me of the fleeting moments I have with my girls. A chance to snuggle on the couch, play a game of Chutes and Ladders, read a princess story, or just tell them I love them. A chance to let go of the little things in life and concentrate on what really matters…my faith, my family, my love. And in this I’ll rest.

8 Responses to “Letting go…”

  1. Angel   –  

    Oh Jenn, I’m sorry you have to be on bedrest. :( If I lived close by I’d bring you a meal or two. But I can’t think of a sweeter place to rest then surrounded by all of your “babies”.

    Sorry to hear about your friend’s husband passing as well. A sad time for sure.

    ~Angel

  2. Heather   –  

    Take care, Jenn. :)

  3. toodee*frudee*kids   –  

    Big Hugs from a long lost friend!! I am so sorry, but you are right in that he works in mysterious ways. I needed to stumble across your blog today as I am having an “impatient day” with little Miss Brityn today and I need to remember that you never know when there is just not going to be another day at all. I have had a year of serious health issues with seizures (both Brityn and myself) and it is so good to remember that it is time to slow down every once in a great while to surround yourself with nothing but SMILES!

    Hugs and smiles girlie!!
    :)
    Cammie Bobo

  4. Jenn   –  

    Oh Cammie…I’m so sorry to hear you and sweet Brityn have had so many problems! I have thought about you all often and wondered how everyone is doing!?!?

    SO good to hear from you!! Please keep in touch!!
    Jenn

  5. Sweet Sunshine Boutique   –  

    Yes, you must rest!! I will have you in my thoughts & prayers Jenn! Your post also reminds all of us to give our babies an extra hug & tell our Hubby’s how much they mean to us!!! God bless your friend…I wish you the very best & will keep your blog on my fav’s list!! Let us know when the baby makes his/hers grand entrance!! Take care sweetie!!

    Jennifer
    SSB

  6. Nic   –  

    well said, jenn. as frustrating as it is to not be able to “do” anything, what a precious time for you and your girls.

  7. little pumpkin grace   –  

    Jenn,

    I’m so sorry to hear you have to be on bedrest :( no fun, I know – I had bedrest with Grace due to preterm labor at 32wks. (she was born just shy of 36 wks.). Enjoy some sweet moments with your precious girls before baby makes his/her grand entrance!
    ~Jessica

  8. Lala   –  

    Hi Jenn! Well… the “energizer bunny” must slow down a bit… I know not an easy thing to do… but just RELAX as much as possible… and ring me up anytime!

    Love, Lala :o )

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