Hello, dear friends. I know it's been a long while since my last post. There have been a lot of things we've been dealing with on the home front. Abby has been struggling quite a bit with depression and anxiety. In fact, it's become enough of a struggle for her that she decided to withdraw from college until she can get healthy, again, and start feeling better. I believe much of what she's going through stems from the abusive relationship she had with her previous boyfriend, Austin. She is now seeing a trauma counselor for additional support and will see a psychiatrist in early-November to see if he can get to the root of the problem. She has asked for help and we're jumping through hoops to ensure that's exactly what she gets. Thankfully, God has been with us every step of the way and I know He will continue to do so. She has two parents and a sister who love her immensely and will support her on this journey in any way needed.
I can hardly believe that she turns 20 years old today...we no longer have a teenager in our house. Feels really weird. Seems like I blinked and she went from a little girl to a grown woman overnight. Abby is one of the sweetest and funniest people I know. She has such a pure heart and a special affection for animals and old folks. I know that God has great plans for her life and I look forward with great anticipation to see it all unfold.
Today, is. also, my brother, Kevin's, birthday who passed away in 2002. Man, I miss him. He was so protective over me. He, too, was very kind-hearted, loved animals and nature, and lived life to the fullest. I'm thankful to have had him in my life for 38 years. He is dearly missed...
I keep hoping and praying I'll find my way back to blogging regularly, but I have to put most of my energy into helping Abby get better emotionally, physically, and spiritually. I know you understand and I thank you from the bottom of my heart. Please continue to pray for wisdom, clarity, and strength during this time. My God is in the business of moving mountains...and I can already feel the earth quaking.
Love y'all!
