So feels my life around here lately. To say the least… quickly changing and never quite the same. But like a mighty waterfall, I still find beauty is this thing called life. It's been a long time since I have written on this blog. And, it probably won't be read by many but, just maybe, it will help me talk myself into rhyme and reason J So many things have happened and I will slowly try and catch up you up on the story.
A year has gone by since I first met Alma and the kids. It's been a roller coaster but so many good things have come about. I have 3 awesome sisters, ages 26, 16 and 14. And two cool brothers, ages 23 and 17. We try to stay connected on a regular basis. My sister Sarah and I are becoming great friends. Over Christmas, she called me just to tell me about our brother and how he brought all his belongings to her house and there was not an inch to move. It made my heart smile because even though we talk all the time, it was the first real "sister" conversation that we have had. The phone call lasted all of 5 minutes and I don't think I will ever forget it. This big sister thing is challenging some days but I love it. And, I try not to act to old and mature when talking with them J hehe…
Alma and I continue to carry on. In the recent months, we have not kept touch the way I would like to. Seems like life circumstances seem to get in the way sometimes. She is such a kind woman and she loves her kids. I think she just has so much going on in her immediate life that it doesn't leave a whole lot of room for me right now. I do tell myself that we have the rest of our lives and that I need to be patient. For those of you that know me, you already know this is a HUGE struggle for me. God's timing and purpose are perfect and I just need to put that relationship in His hands. (And quit driving myself crazy!!)
There are so many dynamics to this thing. My parents, my brother, Alma and kids, the Hude family. Everyone has touched my life and opened my eyes and heart. One thing that I have learned is the word FAMILY means so much to me. Alma gave my parents the greatest gift…not that I am tooting my horn, lol....but she also gave them to me and for that I am grateful. And my parents gave Alma the greatest gift…they loved this little redheaded baby into a grown woman. I am so thankful. For all of them.
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