Once again I have been blog silent. Though the reason is mostly "just busy" primarily I have not thought I had anything valuable or inspiring to share. But because some of you are kind and simply wondering what is going on, I will give a brief update.
Peter began working at a local Papa John's Pizza January 25th. He says it isn't hard work, it has been consistent and he's grateful for a job. Being between my house and mom's I don't mind helping with transportation as well as I am glad he is away in the evenings. He is still hopeful believing he will be able to get car insurance once he saves up money.
I think it would benefit Peter to be connected with our local Avita - an outpatient mental health program. I have made an initial phone call and it is a process for sure. I need to overcome some dread and continue takings steps to try to get Peter connected as I believe it could be beneficial and offer him opportunity to manage his illness with more independence.
Mom has managed to steer clear of Covid thus far and is working on trying to get a vaccine. This means phone calls and sitting on hold. Monday she took a misstep and fell back. Initial assessment was nothing broken or bleeding. She has been experiencing some leg pain this week that makes walking "more cautious." Figuring out which doctor to seek out is the current challenge.
Monday my bible study girls all officially told me they weren't coming any more - too busy. Won't lie, I took it personal and it hurt my feelings. But I called a wise friend, hashed it out and got over myself. So now I am continuing to do homiletics on my own and asking God to bring other people along to share it with. And I pray for God to meet these girls where they are.
I have joined a group of pastoral counselors as a Child Life Coach. I was invited by my friend and former counselor to pursue some training and be a resource for children and parents. I now have an established self employed business but we are finding getting people to reach out and employ my services has not been as easy as thought. I have seen one child and communicated with a few other parents who haven't booked appointments. The truth is I don't really feel that qualified or equipped and who knows that may be the sabotage. Though I have some "life coach" training I am really pursuing more learning regarding helping children. There is a stack of books on the side table now. But I am not a student who loves reading to learn so it isn't coming easy. I do believe this is something I am to pursue and that God has and will equip me to do it. So I move forward in the belief.
Periodically my body rebels, it says it doesn't want to do the things I want it to do. It comes in the form of fatigue and aches. It has been ongoing and connected to auto immune issues most likely. This week I have experienced it knocking on the door. I am working on inviting it in for it's God-refining purpose while seeking to do what I need to, to send it on it's way.
In addition, I am plowing through a Vegetarian cookbook, a gift from Dora trying new recipes and trying to regain a healthy eating lifestyle. I am reducing facebook and phone time as part of a Social Media Fast. Oh and yes, I am enjoying my storehouse of Color Street nail strips I acquired as a result of supportive friends to my birthday color street party.
So that's me today , and it's time for work. Thank you for the ways you pray for me and my family. Thanks for caring and listing to my petty stuff.
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