Sacred Parenting and Square Dancing

So much to blog about, so little time.  I've spent a lot of today not doing anything really productive.  After hearing on the radio how the US Embassy is being attacked in Belgrade, I came home to hear what Amalija thought of the conflict.  I then decided to spend some time on Wikipedia trying to get a grip on the history of Yugoslavia, in the attempt to understand the desire for Kosovo to declare independence from Serbia.  I failed.  It's way too involved. I pray that over time God would show that whole entire region how to live in harmony.  As an outsider, I can't see an easy solution, but I know God loves each and everyone of us, and for His vision and His perspective, I am grateful.

So, let me talk about somethings I do know.  Square dancing at the VFW on Tuesday nights with my adorable husband is tons of fun.  Listening to everyone oooh and ahhh over how well he did on his first night, was also fun (I have to admit, although sometimes frustrating, having a husband who is smart and a good dancer...is pretty cool.)  I think Alan liked it enough that we'll make it a regular weekly date.  A big "shout out" to our friends Tami and Michael for encouraging us to step out of our comfort zone and try something most people think is a little "redneck."  Hey, I'm from the country, and I like it that way!!

I've tried to be really quiet about my teaching/facilitating a book study on Sacred Parenting for WBF.  I want the women in the group to know, I'm not going to make our discussions into blogs...but I have to say a few things that have been on my mind.  

1. It freaks me out that we started the class with 23 women and today only about 7-8 of them showed up.

2. People tell me, "not to worry," and "It's not you, they probably just have sick kids."  

3. I'm only halfway believing those people.  

4. I want to share about God's faithfulness and love for women who are moms.  I want all of these women to know that God is changing them and growing them (not just their kids) through the process of parenthood.  

5. I want to be a teacher that people love to listen too- I'm still really too prideful.  And perhaps that's why God is letting the numbers decrease, so that HE can increase.  

6. However God wants to change me and use me for His glory during this study- I'm ready and willing.   

7. I am soooo excited that Dorcas Smucker will be with us to talk to the entire group on March 13th.  What a gift that will be to everyone in WBF. 

I never cease to be amazed at the journey.  I love you Lord.