today, it hit me like a brick wall. God has this uncanny way of knowing what i need and when and how. i know, i know...duh. but i forget sometimes, so let me just share with you a few examples currently in my mind:
- yesterday, i had an awful encounter with a teacher. i mean, awful. went in my office and cried afterward. went home and went straight to bed so i wouldn't have to think about it anymore. today, the opportunity presented itself to speak with her. i could sense the tension, and i can't stand tension. i had no idea what i would say or how she would respond, but i am telling you, God must have known i needed it, and that conversation was the best, most honest, most real, most healing conversation i've had all year.
- this morning, i feel like i all i did was put out fires and field complaints. this is not the stuff great days are made of. feeling worn out, trampled on, and exausted (before prior conversation), all of a sudden one of my teachers (who reminds me of my mom) came in and asked me how i was and if there was anything she could do to help. just like my mom. exactly what i needed at that moment in time.
- and the kicker...shhh...don't tell anyone...but i am TIRED! i know, if i love my job (which i do), i shouldn't complain because there are a lot of people out there who would give anything for a job, but i am oh so tired right now, and really needing a break. cue february vacation, the greatest invention ever to all new england teachers! cue rest and quality time with a dear friend in a warmer climate.
thank you, God, for always being right on cue. amazing grace!
