With all three older boys finally loaded in their car seats, I turned the key and heard a click then nothing. The lights in the car turned on briefly, but no engine purrs. After 8 summers in Texas, my stomach sunk knowing what’s going on. Often in the extreme heat “borderline” car batteries stop functioning. I cried out, “Lord, why is this happening? The boys want ...
Daily Archives: August 1, 2012
My {in process} Story
I am so glad that you are taking time to recharge! It makes such a difference. Kind of like the flight attendants’ admonition to put on your oxygen mask first, yes?
I’m pretty much always a “scheduled by inspiration” blogger, so I get that part too!
oh totally Patti…the classic “put on your mask first”. So hard to make myself a priority, but if I don’t I end up either burnt out or bitter…which are selfish responses to unmet needs. Much better to recharge my battery and serve my family selflessly! Happy mommy = Happy Family! Thanks for understanding my blogging verbage.
*whew* Glad that it got fixed, and in a timely manner too.
Hoping to get some time with some girlfriends this weekend.
Yes, Joyce! Even though it was a little bit of a “pain” (hardest part loading three carseats into the back of a sedan), God HUGELY blessed me with the timing and the provision of a “way out”. Have an awesome time with friends this weekend!
I love your perspective of being able to find the little graces in the moment. And that sounds great for you to charge that battery–great analogy!
thank goodness for AAA
what a blessing that your babysitter had a car for all of those massive car seats. 5 years is an impressive battery life. have you changed out your a/c filter recently 
oh good point Christina! I’ll have to see if we have…bruce usually takes it in to get the oil changed. yes, love me some AAA!