Anyway, we went to Seaworld for a few hours (annual passes are such a blessing). What a joy it is to spend time with a two-year old because everything is totally awesome when you are two! His big obsession right now is polar bears. Of course, we had to spoil him with a polar bear stuffed animal!
As we progressed through the afternoon, David wanted to go to the Shamu show. I forgot that they do the "Salute to the Heroes," where they acknowledge all active and retired military personnel and their families. So when they asked all of us to stand up and be recognized, I was taken by surprise and started getting teary-eyed.
And then the waterworks started...I began to think about all that I will be leaving behind, especially my little David. Right about then David started to get tired and clingy and I struggled to keep my composure in the crowded stadium. As the show progressed and the music picked up, I was able to focus on just enjoying the moment.
So I'm wondering how I can stay connected to my son and grandson without feeling like I am missing something. This shouldn't be a hard one for me to figure out. I know firsthand how Rei and I kept in touch while he was deployed in Afghanistan. I also have the tools to make videos and recordings to send to Drew and David. But it's just not the same...
So my prayer today is for God to grant me the strength to bear the pain of separation from my dearest loved ones. May I always feel His presence while we journey through these challenges.
Living Day to Day by His Grace,
Jennifer
Dear God,
It's so hard for me to leave behind my loved ones, especially the ones that I have never lived very far from. Grant me today the strength and confidence in You that will allow me to let go gracefully and rest assured that You are in control of my life and their lives.
Father, I also pray today for David and for his parents. I pray, first of all, for reconciliation between Drew and Katie, that their relationship may be repaired. If this is not in Your will, I pray that they will always remember to put David first when dealing with each other. Give them the grace to be humble and patient with one another and to remember what brought them together in the first place.
And finally, watch over David, dear Lord. Help him to grow up to be the wonderful young man we know he is going to be. Also, help him to remember that all of his grandparents love him so much, no matter where they are.
In Jesus' Name I pray.
Amen.
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