Pastor Jerry preached an amazing message this morning on the gift of time and giving our presence in our relationships with others. I was reminded of the gift of presence that my friends have given this year. I am so grateful for lunches with Bonnie and Pat, dinners with Life Group, walking with Margaret, ice cream with Julie and Jamie, Home Tours, Smashburger, and The Container Store with Tanya and so many much more.
I am particularly grateful for Jamie this year. She has listened to me vent, rejoice, brainstorm and so much more. She is the first one to remind me of my own testimony of God’s faithfulness in my life when I get discouraged. She has gotten me out of the house and the trenches of the job search when I have needed it. Thank you to Jamie and all of my friends who are precious gifts to me.
Awww…you made me cry! I thank God for you too, Michelle! Your faith, patience, and steady good humor are a constant inspiration to me. Being around you calms me and puts me at peace. And I am SO PROUD of you! You have been so amazing with all your trials this year. You never let your emotions override your good sense. You’ve kept plugging…both at looking for a job, and at working the temporary jobs that have kept you afloat. You’ve taken this time to learn new skills. You’ve kept your faith and patience that God has the perfect job out there for you and I KNOW He does! If I am ever in the position you’ve been in this year, I hope I can weather it with half as much grace and wisdom as you have. Love you!!!