Not so in haste, my heart!

My dear grandmother lovingly sent this poem to me several years ago... literally 5 days before we found out that I had Lyme Disease. It's been on my mind as of late, amidst my frustration over the ups and downs of treatment these past couple of months.


Not so in haste, my heart! Have faith in God and wait;
although he linger long, he never comes too late.

He never cometh late; he knoweth what is best;
vex not thyself in vain; until he cometh, rest.

Until he cometh, rest, nor grudge the hours that roll;
the feet that wait for God are soonest at the goal.

Are soonest at the goal that is not gained with speed;
then hold thee still, my heart, for I shall wait his lead.

--Bradford Torrey, ca. 1875 

Ever thankful for a loving, faithful God Whose timing is perfect - far better than what I desire or think right. Thankful also for a husband who loves the Lord and encourages me to be patient and wait, reminding me that the Lord's plans will prevail, and I can rest in the sweet knowledge that His plans are for our good.
"He has made everything beautiful in its time..." Ecclesiastes 2:9

I want to view the bad days as opportunity to learn and grow, rather than grumbling about how hard things are.

"Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing." James 1:2-4

Please be praying for us... I began another (and hopefully LAST) cycle of IV tyg. The next two weeks will be an adventure... so far it's been a nauseating, exhausting one. Please pray also for Spencer - not only does he have a sick wife to care for, but wrapping up the end of his semester. He's such a trooper, doing all he does, faithful to care for our family amidst such struggle. I am blessed!