I am supposed to get on a plane for Israel tomorrow, but it is not going t o happen. I had to make the decision not to go and I know it is the right decision for me.
In case you are wondering and reading between the lines (and of course you are, I would be wondering too), there are some major painful and difficult life changes going on with me at the moment. I cannot share all the details at this time, but just know that I really need your prayers and support right now.
My 4 year blog anniversary is February and I have shared much of my life with all of you during this time and have kept this place drama-free. Most of the time, I’ve kept this blog a happy and positive place to be, but unfortunately life sometimes brings pain and trials into our lives that we have absolutely no control over and we have to walk through them. One day at a time.
This is one of those times for me. With God’s help, I will make it through this. I cannot do it without Him.
Hard, painful, life shattering.
It may be awhile before I have any sense of normalcy again, but I will get there eventually. The next couple of months will be very busy for me as I go down a new path. I will be moving back in with my parents in Atlanta. They are the best parents in the world and I’m so grateful to have them. I’ll still be blogging and may share bits and pieces of what I’m doing as time goes on. I hope you will stick with me.
I’ll be sharing more as time goes on with what this means for me, but for now please keep me in your prayers. I took down the original Israel post in case you are looking for it. Since those plans are so changed, it seemed to be the best thing to do.
Last week’s trip to Nashville and hanging out with friends was perfect timing for me and I’ll be sharing that this week too.
What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us. ~Ralph Waldo Emerson
Blessings and peace!
Mary
I will keep you in my thoughts. We will all still be here. Hugs to you!
Rhoda – I love your blog. I love that you’re a Christian and that you’re a Birmingham girl – I don’t live there anymore, but it’s where I grew up. Praying for you.
Rhoda, my heart hurts for you. I have always been able to see that you are a strong woman with great faith. Things will turn out well for you which ever way the road turns. You will be in my thoughts.
Rhoda
You have been such an inspiration to me on so many levels. I love, love, love your style.
I am so sorry to see you go through such a difficult time.
Please take care of yourself. I will keep you in my prayers.
Love,
Ev
Rhoda,
As you know I am praying for you. It was delightful to meet you this week, but so sorry you are going through a difficult time. I have been there too many times to want to tell. I empathize with you. My heart aches for you. God Bless You my sister! We will be here to come along side in your journey.
Love,
Denise
Denise
You have been so inspirational to me. I have loved following your blog and I even purchased bead-board wallpaper from your Open Sky shop (It looks great in my laundry room, by the way). I am saddened to hear of your trial. Our pastor started a new sermon series today entitled, Thrive… finding God in Difficult Transitions. One thing he said today was, “You don’t always get to choose what happens to you, but you do choose how you respond to it.” I’ll be praying for you.
Rhoda, so sorry for what you’re going through, but I have to say, I’m glad you’re not going to Israel right now. I was worried for you. Even more so, knowing that your parents are elderly, and that you would be leaving them for a year. I always try to remember the saying “when God closes a door, he opens a window”. I usually find that seems to be true. Will be praying for you to see happier days. This too shall pass.
Trust your instincts! If something is not right for you, you can’t force it to fit. You bring us all much happiness. Praying for the same for you.
Sending {Hugs} {Prayers} your way!
I already knew it, but after meeting you this last week, know that you are an amazing woman, with a ton of support behind you. You are truly incredible, and please know I am praying for you. If you need ANY help with ANYTHING I’m barely an hour away. Seriously let me know. Praying hard.
I don’t know you real well yet, Rohda, but I wanted you to know that I am keeping you in my prayers as you go though this challening time. Take good care of yourself.
I am so sorry you are having a difficult time. I will be thinking of you and hoping for better times for you soon!
Rhoda,
You are the first blog I read everyday…I can’t even imagine not being able to check in with you every day to see what your up to and what treasure you have found or what project you are tackling (still amazed at all your skills). I am so sorry to hear that you are going through an unexpected life change. You have a lot of support from readers so know that you will be lifted up in prayer as you start this new journey in your life. Please keep us readers posted on what your doing because it will be amazing no matter what it is.
Mary (Birmingham)
My prayers will be with you! Tonight we were singing some children’s songs at church, I was reminded of one when I read this post. It said something like this, God is with you in darkest valley, on the highest mountain, in your bed, He knows whats in your head. The gist of it being a reminder that He knows what you are going through, He knows what you are feeling, and He is right there with you. Remember, God will NEVER leave you, NEVER forsake you. I hope you find that He is real and is carrying you through this hard time.
Rhoda, I will lift you up in prayer and I hope that you feel all of our love and support through the blogwaves.
I am so sorry for your troubles. I have been down that very hard path and I know it is painful but ultimately healing. You are in my prayers.
You’re in my prayers. You have an entire community of bloggers thinking of you!
Rhoda,
It was such a blessing to meet you and I hope you know that you are in my thoughts and prayers while you go through this time of your life.
Lorie
Dear Rhoda, I am so sorry that you are going through a horrible trial and troubles in your life right now. Life can be so hard and painful sometimes. (I lost my 21 year old son just 16 months ago.) God bless you and keep you in His care.
~Melanie
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