Thanksgiving 2010

What a blessed day it was today. We began our day by delivering meals to people who were shut ins or less fortunate. A year ago we had the privelage to do this at Christmas time and we all agreed that we were the ones who were blessed by this experience and we agreed we wanted to do this again. I had signed up originally planning to do this on the day before Thanksgiving but found out it was on the day of Thanksgiving. As always, God took care of the details and we were able to make the deliveries. There is nothing more humbling than putting on a servants hat and serving those in need. Of course, I always find myself realizing I am the needy one. I am in need of the constant reminder that I have been blessed with so much and should never, ever complain or want for more than I have. Delivering these meals causing me to reflect and remember that God truly does take care of the details of our lives. He prepares the volunteers hearts to do the job of cooking and preparing the to go plates, he places it upon the hearts of those who choose to volunteer to deliver the meals and he allows people like me who need to be reminded of how fortunate I am and how less fortunate others are. Though when completing the delivery I am left with an unexplainable feeling. I felt it last year and I feel it this year yet still can't put my finger on it. I go with a happy joyful heart and I return, quiet and a big uneasy. Perhaps, it is those that have less that truly have more and it is God's plan for me to see and feel this. Has materialism gotten hold of me. Do I continually forget what the reason of the season and the holidays are all about. I am convicted of my greed, I am shamed with guilt of wanting and having more than I deserve. I am so Thankful on this day for being able to pray with these strangers, to be hugged by them and to be able to tell them of God's love for them.
We then went on to be with the Mestas family. They graciously invited us for dinner and I must say it was truly one of the best Thanksgivings I have ever had. I don't think I have ever heard such incredible testimony's of how grateful people were for what they have and for the love they have for their family and friends. God has blessed our daughter Emily with a great guy whose family has made us feel like family. God continues to remind me that family is not always created out of blood rather it is formed from His blood; brothers and sisters in Christ. I know that no matter what happens between Jonathan and Emily, this family will be a part of our lives forever.
As we all find our corners in our house as we return home after a wonderfully busy day; I pray that we all reflect on what we have been given and what we are to do with all that we are blessed with. Thanks and Praise to an awesome God who changes lives and loves us and meets us where we are only at the asking.
Thank you God for a wonderful husband and 3 fabulous children. I am truly blessed.