@HollyPivec Something that makes me so sad is that in the place I live, I'm now very, very wary when people talk about the Holy Spirit. Not because I don't believe, but because I DO and I've seen the "God said" or "that's the Holy Spirit" language be abused.
Today my pastor asked for prayer for something that touched me deeply because it's a request I also need. His bravery made me feel less alone, and for that, I'm thankful.
Something that gets tiresome about life in a small town is the attitude that nothing bad happens here. I personally know that's not true... people are people no matter where you go...good and bad. Pretending evil doesn't exist isn't helpful.
@danae_hudlow People act like they're joking, but I'm always pretty sure they're not really! We had two girls first...so they...oh, you tried again for a boy was definitely a thing
@danae_hudlow Even being pregnant! Another pet peeve..."you have your hands full" said with disdain. I have 3 kids...not that many. I would've gladly had more!
Today feels like my one day of restful transition between the intensity of our spring schedule and the incoming busy season at the library...and so it stands to reason that one of the neighborhood dogs was yapping like a maniac at 6:45 am.