Forever For His Glory

A father of the fatherless, a defender of widows, Is God in His holy habitation. God sets the solitary in families; He brings out those who are bound into prosperity. Psalm 68:5-6 Double-delight roses - a Californian favorite May 13th, 2004. The van was loaded with immediate necessities (including 5 dogs), the “goodbyes” were said, and the long drive to a strange new world commenced. When we moved to Texas from California almost 10 years ago (we arrived May 15th), I came crying, only appeased at the thought that we were going to move back to California when my Grandfather passed away and we inherited the house. As long as I persevered for those [short] years, I could go back to CA where my life was wonderful. Because, honestly, my life was awesome in CA. Pools. An awesome homeschool group. Cotillions. Renaissance & Country Homeschool Fairs. Wonderful friends. Amazing weather. Mountains. Beautiful green sports parks everywhere. Long days at the beach boogi...

This was written November 20th, 2008. And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose. Romans 8:28           Our family was probably considered poor in CA; we did not have fancy cars, and the one we had was always dirty. We only bought new clothes if they were on sale, but we were never in want. We always had food to eat, clothes to wear, running water, and everything a family needed. We had a wonderful home school group, called Amazing Grace Academy, and we seemed to be busy with one event or another every weeknight. I was as happy as any 9 year old could be, and then, we moved.           When we moved to Texas four and one half years ago I was everything but thankful. I did not understand how moving to Texas was God’s plan, nor how He could do that to us. I was, though I did not really realize it then, mad at God....