So since my last post I have written many post in my head. I have told you about some of my daily celebration adventures, quotes that I have made up, and other random stories. But as is often the case, they have not reached the keyboard. There is no real excuse, just not the priority. I am trying to get back into running and some regular exercise. Actually rising early in the morning to run a 5K tomorrow. I am trying to readjust my sleeping schedule to "early to bed and early to rise" which is a whole new concept or me. The past two weeks I was obsessed with redecorating my bathroom. Now I am knitting little baby hats. I am also making plans to sell my recycled gift card guitar picks and jewelry at an upcycle market at the end of April. So lots of things to consume time and energy. But there are a couple of things I want to share as well as ask of you so I am writing this little entry.
As stated above, I am working on some recycled item crafts. For the April 30th market I need all the used, empty gift cards (the ones you spent and are going to throw away) that I can get my hands on. So if you have any just hanging around and want to send them my way, I am happy to give them new life. I have another project (actually for Christmas) and am gathering wine corks. So for those who like me hate to throw those kind of things away and want them to be useful, I would like to help.
The second request is for prayer for Peter. I know many of you do or have prayed regularly for him. I just felt the need to ask for a renewed effort. It is hard to explain to you what is going on and many would respond that it is typical teenager. I am not convinced that it is. It definitely seems like more. His motivation is practically nil. His expectations and perception of life are extremely skewed. There is no evidence that he has any real friends. A few weeks ago he made a choice that was extremely dangerous but he was oblivious and totally in denial when it was addressed. He does not listen to advice or accept instruction. I am aware that some of the stuff going on is because I enable it. And I am working to break the cycle but it is not without a lot of yuck. It is scary to watch the path he is currently on because the current course is certainly not headed upward. Again many would tell me not to be alarmed but I am. It has made me more prayerful and it made me want to ask others to pray for him as well.
This Wednesday March 16th is Saint Larry's day. It will mark one year since my brother Larry's death. In honor of this day I am taking the day off to spend with my folks. The current plan is to have a work day in Mom and Dad's yard preparing their backyard flower garden. The plan is to make this a day of celebration of family. So if you think of it say a little prayer for us and share a favorite Larry memory if you have one.