Jerret and I, plus the Gibbons clan had a chance to go up north for the fourth of July celebration. We all couldn't wait to get up to that cooler weather. In the excitement of it all, I had forgotten something. My luggage. Being 3 hours away from that filled to the brim suitcase made it tough; with the nearest department store taking at least an hour to get to... Well thank goodness for stylish sisters right? They immediately tended to my needy self and gave me many options to choose from.
Out of all the frustration I was so bothered that things weren't going my way. And as I was stressing, these assuring, loving words came to my head; Maddi, you're not in charge. I had every right to be angry at that thought, but I wasn't. I came to a realization that it isn't always my will. It all comes down to our Heavenly Father. What a wonderful reminder I needed that weekend of the power of our loving Father's will.
After that experience I saw a difference in my attitude. I also felt that I was slowly accomplishing my goal of being more present.
All of us truly had a memorable time spent with family. From waking up to a pancakes on the back porch, to a sparkling finale of Costco fireworks. Happy 4th, guys.
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