The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not be in want.
He makes me lie down in green pastures,
he leads me beside quiet waters,
he restores my soul.
He guides me in paths of rigteousness
for his name's sake. Psalm 23:1-3 NIV

We were about to leave for the library and the park and I was rushing the children to hurry up and get in the van. I have to admit that I wasn't the sweet mommy that I should have been and instead had an irritated tone and a stern demeanor. What happened to my joy? When I finally got everyone settled in the van and was starting to leave I saw this horse in the pasture next door.It was such a beautiful sight and I had to get a picture. My plan was to go to story time and have a picnic at the park. It seemed like a brilliant idea in my brain the night before but the morning started out with all kinds of disruptions and things that shouldn't have caused me frustration. What about the perfect day that I planned? Weren't we supposed to go skipping through the park holding hands and singing songs like Sound of Music?

My last two months have been a rollercoaster of emotions as I try to adjust to having a new baby,returning to homeschooling and my dh's ever changing work schedule. I am really behind in my housework and I have been feeling like a failure for not having everything back under control. I hear the Lord whispering to my heart that this is all a part of the plan and I can't do anything in my own strength. I hear the scriptures jumping out at me.

Humble yourselves, therefore, under God's mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time.
Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you. 1Peter 5:6-7

I am so glad that He invites me to come to Him and give Him all of my worries, frustrations, cares and burdens. I need to remember to run to Him even in the midst of my busy day. I am struggling to get a consistent quiet time.Right now it is morning, night or whenever the baby naps lol. Writing out scriptures on index cards has really been a blessing. It helps me during the day kinda like an energy drink or coffee but without the crash  period that follows the caffeine. Maybe I should have taped one to my steering wheel today! I am so glad that my children are forgiving and even more thankful for a God of mercy. We had a wonderful time at the library and park. There really wasn't a reason to rush and I could have planned better the night before. I am learning. Thank you Lord for constantly teaching me that Your Grace is sufficient for me. In Jesus Name, Amen.