Overflow of my heart...

I have really been struggling these past several months and you may or may not have known because, as most do, I hide behind the perfect facebook photo and carefully selected status updates. I’ve shared a few things, mostly within our Community Group that meets regularly, but I really feel like I need to get back to blogging and being honest with others and myself. Myself mainly. Some people might be annoyed with me posting my thoughts here, might even ‘hide’ me or delete me from their ‘friends’ list, but honestly, I don’t really want or need people to ‘like’ my posts, pictures, or blog updates, I don’t like to be the center of attention, at all. My voice gets shaky, I sweat, and often cry…it’s true. My main purpose for writing is to be open with my struggles, for Christ to be glorified in my life, and maybe to encourage someone else along the way because, let’s face it, life is hard, so so hard sometimes. Motherhood/parenthood, marriage, work situations (yes, I do also work outside the home), homeschooling, health issues, family relationships or lack there of, friendships, finances, church planting, all of it and more, it can be overwhelming, lonely, humbling, frustrating, and downright depressing, but God in His graciousness also brings joy, comfort, love, encouragement, peace, and hope through it all. So while some posts may not prove to be the most encouraging some days, this is my life, and it’s not perfect, but I serve the One who Is, and I’m blessed to share the struggle because this is who I am, a sinner saved by His unimaginable grace.