For Johanna who is practically living out of a car in Des Moines. Her friend had to turn her away from the "manger" this evening, fearing the loss of her subsidized housing. I wanted to kidnap her and bring her home with me but knew I couldn't; shouldn't.
My Mama had a a very bad day at the nursing home (thank you Lord, for Mary, who was there to hold her). We remember our strong, logical, supportive Mother.
Himself, who never dreams, had vivid, complicated dreams last night. My day at work was disheartening; I took giant steps backward instead of forward. I had obstacles in my way all day and started calling it my Obstacle Day. Hannah and I thumbed our noses and laughed at them but they still occurred. I had a giant spider at a Wal-Mart in Des Moines, large obstructive machinery on the highways, a long wait in the check out lane and obstacles in the aisles.
I know that it will be better tomorrow and the day after that, and the next -- but for now, thank you, Lord, for the order of your days. I know the planets that will move to a more favorable position for this family,
Lord, behold our family here assembled
Give us peace, gaiety and the quiet mind
Soften us to our friends,
Strengthen us in our enemies,
That we may be brave in peril,
Constant in all changes of fortune,
And that down to the gates of death,
We may be loyal and love one another.
Love, Nance
