It's been several months since my last post. Since then, my sweet husband lost his job with Embry Riddle Aeronautical University and life as we knew it sort of vanished. John continues to work for Sodexo, only now his work keeps him on the road 100% of the time. We see him for a long weekend every 10 days.
He just left tonight to catch a red-eye back to Ohio. He'll arrive in Detroit at 6:30 am and drive to work where he'll put in a full day. Keep up long hours all week. Spend a weekend hanging out with his Courtyard buddies. Start over again on Monday. Keep up the same pace until he catches a red-eye back to Phoenix. And then, somewhere between exhaustion and unconsciousness drive home to Prescott to attempt some quality time with his family.
Sometimes I forget to tell him that he's my hero. Sometimes I wonder why in my ambush of words from the moment he walks in the door, right up until the moment he leaves, I seem to leave out the important ones--like "I believe in you" and "thank-you."
This has been a challenging time for all of us, but I've truly felt the Lord's hand in every aspect of it. I feel that everything has happened for a reason and is as it should be for the time. For some reason, I lost sight of that beautiful perspective that's been sustaining me these past months and let anxiety and worry get the best of me this weekend. When I begin to let negative emotions rule my heart, my mind goes into overdrive and heaven help the person standing closest to me! Out of my mouth comes every uncensored thought and feeling I've had pent up in there for longer than I chose to be aware of.
So, my point in all of this?
I just want to let the good man in my life know that I believe in him. I want to tell him thank you. Forever will I be grateful for his greatness of spirit, his goodness, his uncompromising willingness to do the very hardest things to make his family happy and comfortable.
I love you John. See you soon...
11 comments:
Yes, yes, please post! You are a beautiful couple. So sorry that so much has been going on for you. So sorry that John's been gone so much. I've been thinking of you and need to call you soon. Sending love to you, John, and the kids.
Love your beautiful post for the love you have for your hubby. It is good to hear from you. I am sorry for this trial you guys are going through. We think of you often. Do you think you might make a move because of this very long commute?
Take care, all the best.
Needed your post today! To remind me to be more thankful! We love your family even if we seem so far away! Hang in there your children are so lucky for such strong and good parents! Thinking of you guys!
You sound like the fantasy wife, Tina! Your husband is the luckiest guy in the world to have a woman like you with him!
Do you like how instead of calling you I just tell you I'm thinking about it? Way to go Trish. Way to follow those promptings!
I am sorry to hear about all of the upheaval in your lives. When Creighton was gone like that I felt very blessed, too, as challenging as it was. I felt so much peace...except when I would look down at the crashing waves about me. I just bet all of this is happening to make way for your dreams to come true.
What a sweet post for a very good man.
Very well put. Post your stuff, baby! Sorry it's not better news, but you love each other...and that's all that matters!! Oh, by the way. Guess who the new Perry Ward Primary President is?! hehe. OXOX- Keep your head up.
Rebecca :)
You are an amazing person! Your perspective and thoughts make me realize that I really have nothing to complain about. So, why do I? Oh, the continual failings of being human! I loved spending time with you at Kelli's shower. I miss and love you guys!
I just found your blog via Rebecca's. I'm serving in the Primary presidency with her. This blog post made me feel bad for you. What a crazy time but you have a great attitude/perspective. All the more reason to move back to the Perry Ward....:)
Tina, I love your example and wish you luck as you continue. Hope everything settles for you soon, and know that we are praying for you!
aww...I love him too! He is definitely one of my heros too! You guys are so awesome, keep being positive and thanks for your example! LOVE YOU GUYS!
Hope things are going better :) I love reading about your cute family and seeing your pictures! Oh! I get to see you this week! YAY!
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