Why I enjoy the Village

The past week has been a hard week for me. With my cyst rupturing, learning that I am going to keep making them, being home by myself too long, and depression ravishing me with avengence. But in the mist of all of it the Lord has reached out to me in many ways from the people of the Village. This post is dedicated to them.

First, Faith Morin. My sweet home group leader. When I went to the hospital I called her and she prayed for me. When I got really depressed this weekend, she brought me food. She continually listens to me and doesn't judge, just speaks truth and prays. The Lord has blessed Matt and I so much with the Morins.

Second, Erin and Ted Wzazlwoski. I know I totally butchered there last name. I knew when I got bad on Saturday, that I could call them. Erin has been a constant support the last few months. On Saturday, when the depression was at the lowest they let us come to their house, vent and seek help. They sat and prayed with us. They are constantly checking up on us and letting us know its okay to call. Erin's struggles with this in the past have allowed me to see that I am not crazy and the Lord is doing something great in me. Thank you.

Third, my Intimate Issues Bible Study. Last night, I went and just cried and Beth Broom just listened. Renee a member of the group, who is becoming a good friend, said how can I help. I said just prayer, and she was like how about I come over to your house and clean. She offered with out hesitation. We spent a lot of time in prayer last night, and being in a room with those godly women seeking out to the Lord for each one of us was a true encouragement. Beth prayed that the Lord's grace would flow over me like a waterfall. I have kept that mental picture in my mind today.

There are many more of you. I could write volumes about how the people of the Village have blessed are lives. But my time is short. Thank you to all of you who are in Matt and my life. Being around you shows us Christ, and shows us how it is okay to not be okay.

One last thing...I am feeling better, still hurting but back to work. Struggling with depression pretty hard, and have gotten back on medication to help right now. It has been hard for me to confess that I am not okay and I need a little bit of help more than just counseling. I know that is what the Lord wanted me to do, its just hard. Pray for a continued lift in my spirit.