Grace Like Rain

Today I decided that since I have thirty days exactly till I have to fit into a bridesmaid dress for Amanda and DK's wedding...exercising is a must. Earlier this week...Monday...I broke my toe. Well, it was feeling much better, and I was craving a good run where I could just pray and spend some time with God. It started pouring rain as I got ready. I contemplated staying nice and dry...but I decided that I didn't care...let it rain on me. As I was running, I was reminded of the song, "Grace Like Rain." It talks about how Jesus's grace is so overflowing that it soaks us like rain. As I was literally dripping wet by the end of my run, I was thrilled with the thought of my Father. So thankful today for the rain and its reminder.

This week ended okay. I took a sick day yesterday so that I could go to the doctors since I am sick of being sick. It has been almost 5 weeks that I've had this cold, and it does not want to go away. Well, now I am on a strong antibiotic...so hopefully that will do the trick. Last night as many of you Ohio people know....the CAVS played game 6. This game I knew would be a big deal, so I didn't want to miss it. Since we don't have a TV, Laura and I decided to drive to Bluefield in hopes of catching the game somewhere....well, I don't know how much Laura was hoping for that! ha! On our way there, I got stopped by the police. I was speeding. I honestly didn't know that I was since I thought that the speed limit was different. Who knew there were cops in War anyways? This was the first time that I've been pulled over, so I was hoping that I would get a warning...nope. Well, this basically threw me into a mess, and I thought about what the heck the Lord is trying to show me. It seems like Satan is trying to attack me in every area of life. I find myself saying to the Lord daily, "seriously?!?" I cannot believe all of this most days, and it seems like things just keep piling on. Well, after I calmed down a little, we got to watch the game at Applebee's and then at Sara's house. Unfortunately, this did not have a good ending. I could not believe how upset I was. No matter how many times I kept telling myself that this was just a game, I couldn't help but take it so personal. Yes...I even did shed a few tears. Ridiculous, I know! Last night we did not deserve to win. However, I know that we are a team that has the ability to play AMAZING, and last night was c.r.a.p.! So, we will now wait and see what happens next year. I am really hoping that Bron Bron stays! I love these boys and their sense of unity. I am also sad that I have to wait a long time to see my boys play again. There is always next year....I still love them!

So...yeah...last night was rough.

And honestly...today at school was rough and my kids were driving me crazy with their behavior and lack of respect. BUT....God has flooded me with His grace. It shows up EVERYWHERE!!! I'm so thankful for that today! :)