On the eve of a big change.....

I've been thinking of this day since Lily was born. Some think I might be putting too much into this or that I am being dramatic, but it's a big deal. My oldest is starting school tomorrow. As an educator, I understand what that means. My child is going to be spending most of her days now with someone other than me. It's not that I don't trust her new school or teachers. I do, with the utmost of confidence. She is going to a great place. She's going to meet new friends, learn so many new things, and have a wonderful time. I just get a little weepy when I think of her being gone all day long, and I don't have any control any more of what happens in her life, during school hours. Lily is a treasure to us. She is so fun, and she, like her dad, lives life to the fullest and with much gusto. Whatever she thinks comes out of her mouth (That is also a little scary to me!) She can be exasperating one minute and so disarming the next. Her emotions run the gamut throughout the day (typical girl). I hope her teachers can handle her! So, on the eve of her first day of Preschool (I know...it's only preschool, but ...) here's a picture of her so quiet and peaceful. Stay tuned for "first day" pictures tomorrow....

And, a little side note....Some might be thinking, "Wow, Julie is getting a little dark these days." Yes, life doesn't always run in a straight line. There are many ups and downs, and I guess now we're (I'm) just having a down time. Someone said to me a couple of months ago that if you read my blog, you'd think I just led a charmed life. You know what? I do! I have so many things to be thankful for. And, it's not that I am not thankful. Life is just what it is...life. Take the good with the bad and remind yourself that it's by God's grace that we are here each day. II Corinthians 12:9 (from The Message) "My grace is enough; it's all you need. My strength comes into its own in your weakness." Now comes the challenge: God, not me, needs to show forth more in my life, in spite of my weakness. Most of the time, I forget it's not about me. I need to make more room in my life for the Lord.