And The Blessings Continue

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Today's reading from 1 Thessalonians 2:1-8 teaches us about learning from our humiliations and then proclaiming the good news of God.  two years ago was one of much humiliation at my own hand and by the bad chooses I made.  By the grace of God, I took a year of reflecting and much needing soul searching to find me and what I wanted and needed to do with my life.  My bad year ended by heading on a trip with my lifelong best friend and this lead me to meet the man who was captured my heart.

I have found the perfect soul mate for me simply by putting my journey in Gods hand.  God knows what is best for us if we would only surrender the control.  Albert and I have only been together for a short time.  In this short period of time I have found a man who is kind, patience, caring and extremely loving.  This past week we have been spending time with his family and with mine.  Last Wednesday my day to watch my two grandson's, ages 11 and 8, I decided to take them to a ballgame because the were due to start school the following day so I wanted to send them off on a high note.  Albert joined us and we had a fun time getting to know each by spending great quality time.  This past weekend, Albert and I then traveled to Chicago for his granddaughter's 4th birthday celebration.  Again, we were able to spend time with his daughter, husband and the girls.  The special moments spent with family means so much to the two of us as a couple.  This weekend will be spent with my grandson's 9th birthday.

I could not feel any more blessed than finding a spiritual partner.  Someone who shares my values.  A person whose beliefs are the same as mine and treasure the opportunity in life to give back as a volunteer.  With this positive man in my life I know our blessing will continue to grow!

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