Although we hadn't planned to start school today, we are still calling it a snow day. The weather outside is frightful and we are warm and cozy in our home (with our working fireplace, thanks to some wonderfully talented friends!). We have made large colored ice marbles, ice bubbles, colored pictures, beanbag bowling, piggy back racing, played Hullabaloo, Monopoly Deal, Settlers of Catan, and now we are watching Cars 2. These days are so long when we are trapped inside our home, and it is effecting everyone.
It is only 3:30 PM. We are about out of energy and ideas. The temper tantrums, angry outbursts, blatant disobedience, and grief stricken cries continue today. It is heartbreaking to know that there is so much going through Jesse's sweet mind, and he will not and many times can not express it to us in a way that is respectful. Through our challenges today, we have cried out to the Lord for His words, and so many verses have flooded into our minds. I am so thankful for God's word that reminds us of being gentle with him, loving him, and not repaying evil with evil. I am so thankful for God is putting us through times like this that challenge us to rely on Him. I know that on my own, today would be a disaster and I'd crawl into bed right now. But, with His love and wisdom, we are able to keep going and find joy through these trials and continue to show Jesse what a forever family is and that He is loved no matter what. Even more amazing is that our other kiddos are so completely calm, gentle, understanding and loving with Jesse. It is beautiful to see God's light shining through each of them and teaching Jesse what it means to be loved, in such a gently and sweet manner.
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