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I've really missed my blog this week.

I kept wanting to sit down and write, and resolving to do just that. But when it came down to it, I either had too little time, or too little to say. We've been rather low this week. Busy, but low. It's as if we're in this kind of holding pattern, and I feel bleak, wondering if, or when, we'll ever get out of it.

Oh, I suppose we will. But the rude reality of the change in our plans, the abrupt shift in expectations, after emotionally "getting there," has been a bit of a buzz-kill. And a bit depressing, to be perfectly honest about it.

Allow me to move on to other things.

I am thrilled to report (in case you don't already know) that MckMama's baby Stellan is now home from the hospital! He's got a heart monitor, regular medication, a slew of regular visits to see various medical professionals. Regardless, he is a miracle. All praise and glory to God for bringing this sweet family through the storm. He is faithful.

And as I said, we've been busy. Benjamin has begun his third season of soccer, and he's doing great. (As a matter of fact, he was a real trooper yesterday, despite pouring rain for the entire second half of his game. I've never seen my children so drenched, apart from a pool or bathtub!) Jeff and I have various commitments (worship team practice, the men's retreat this weekend, our Financial Peace University class, etc.) And of course there's the regular "grind": homeschooling, food preparation, and a barely perceptible nod to home cleanliness. Truthfully, I don't have the heart for much cleaning right now...

We're hoping to accomplish closing (on both houses) in about a week. Please pray for our spirits and our patience. And for the will to clean out those last few closets.