The package arrived yesterday, literally less than 24 hours after asking everyone to ask the Father with us!! J was in classes all afternoon but he and S went first thing this morning on a daddy/daughter date to pick it up. Since we both had classes again this afternoon, we decided to wait until just before dinner to open it, that way we were able to do a little teaching about how He hears his people and He faithfully meets our needs. J read to us and reminded us that the box is evidence of our partnership in working here, that we aren't here alone but that Grandma and Grandpa packed the box and many others asked that it arrive safely. As we remember them and they remember us we are working together to spread the best news. And the bumblebee and the butterfly did their best to listen and wait patiently.

I'm such a blessed mama.

Thanks for remembering us!

Awhile later, S found me in our room. She was gently clutching her box of hair bands, two sheets of princess stickers from Grandma, a musical birthday card from my Aunt Wendy from last year, and her new footie jammies from Sam's club, all received in today's box. "I have happy tears, mom." she said. "I just can't believe I have so many nice things. Do you have happy tears, Mom?" To which I could only reply, "I didn't before but I definitely do now!"