It's very early on Saturday morning...actually just past midnight Friday night...and we're experiencing a major winter storm. The meteorologists say this is the worst winter storm we've faced in a decade. So it's hard for me to rest when our family is together in our hearts, but not at home. As I'm writing, we're having thunder, sleet, snow and a very cold wind chill temperature of eight degrees. As the sleet hits the windows and pounds on the roof, I am reminded just how much my heart aches when our family and friends are not together.
Tim is working tonight and it will be very challenging for him to get home safely. Rachel was supposed to come home from college to work this weekend but we urged her to stay on campus for her own safety. Our son is in bed sound asleep. Our baby girl/s are half way around the world. Our family and many friends live in different states while other friends live locally or an hour or two away. During times like this, I must remember that our hearts may not be in one physical location...but we remain very connected in other precious and meaningful ways.
Although this major winter storm is supposed to affect us through the entire weekend, I continue to remember that better, (and warmer), days are ahead. Eventually the storm will move away. The temperatures will rise. The sun will shine again. We will find opportunities to be together with our family, our friends and relatives. And...on another wonderful day, we will also rejoice when we are holding our precious baby girl/s in our arms...and we will bring them home.
There's a well-known statement that says "It's Friday, but Sunday's coming." Now I must say "It's winter, but spring is coming." Hold on dear ones, we may be going through the storm and separation momentarily...but we are looking forward to those moments when we are together in hearts...and hugs. :)
Take care, everyone, and cherish one another!
Terri and family
Jenna Elizabeth (aka "JennaBeth") Song Lorenz
Waiting For Our Little One To Come Home From China!
1 comment:
My Dear Friend Terri,
The heavy snow you are experiencing in Kentucky right now, is what we endure off and on throughout every winter here in northern Indiana. I know exactly what you mean about being ready for Spring to come. Everyone here has felt that way for a couple of months already!
I continue to pray for you, your family and the Baby Girl(s) who are to become a part of your family. I'm sure all of you will be smiling til it hurts when that day arrives! And all of us will be smiling right along with you. God be with you as you continue the process that leads you to that wonderful day. Your family is special and important to God, to Judy and to me!
So much love to you,
Joyce
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