I have been through a lot in the last 4 months. On September 20th, I had a motorcycle wreck, breaking my leg in two places (and am still on crutches). I lost my grandmother a few weeks later on October 4th. Not long after that, at work I received a “job modification” including a 30% cut in pay that will begin on January 4th.
In spite of all these things and maybe even because of them, I am more grateful than ever for God, my incredible wife, Jill, and our 2 boys – Judah & Mace. Having them in my life is the best Christmas gift ever.
I’m grateful that on the day my grandmother passed away, we were able to tell her about our new baby on the way (due sometime around the end of May 2009). I’m thankful that we have a house and decent vehicles and all the necessities. I’m thankful for extra freelance work I’m able to do.
Family and the things that really matter are becoming more and more important to me. Did I mention I turned 40 on November 21st? Maybe it’s age, but I’m constantly aware of the continued blessings of God on me and my family.
We’re not doing a lot of the typical glitz and bling of Christmas this year or probably ever again. Though our celebration will be low key, our hearts and lives will be so rich with time spent together and the reality that God is in control and truly loves us.
This marks my first blog post (of hopefully many more future, consistent posts) since June of this year. In these 6 months a lot has happened… good and not so good. I’m ready to crawl out from under whatever it is that’s been oppressive, and breathe a little fresh air. I believe 2009 will be a great year. A year we can fully lean on the everlasting arms and let God show us what HE can do.
Merry Christmas!
-David
