Christmas List

A few years ago, my relatives were asking what they could buy my kiddos for Christmas. I sat in my play room/garage and surveyed the mountains of toys that they already possessed. I knew they didn't need anything, and besides, more toys meant more work for me, trying to keep them sorted into boxes and sets. I finally settled on sending out a list of what we already had, in hopes of discouraging the shopping grannies. The list began to take on a rhythm of its own and this is what emerged:

Changing Husbands

For many years, I wanted to change my husband. I prayed and fasted regularly that he would change in many aspects. I didn't nag - oh, no! I asked God to change him, while I waited expectantly, maybe dropping him a hint now and then.

Missing the Party

When I was raising 5 kids under 8 years of age, I always missed the party. By the time I found everyone's shoes and socks, and sent everyone to the bathroom twice, and packed the diaper bag, the event was over. And besides that, it would be naptime, or time to start supper. I felt as if life was passing me by, and I was missing out on all the fun.