Happy Valentines Day!

In light of my post entitled "Family First," I wanted to take a moment to say that I feel very calm. There are a lot of unknowns in our lives right now (when aren't there?!), but I have this overwhelming sense of calm and peace. I know that God has blessed us and guided our lives -- I know He will continue to do so. I feel okay about my pelvic pain, our schedules, and our callings - not just okay, but even hopeful. I made an appointment at Bastyr University in March - they are a well-known school of naturopathy and acupuncture. I'm hoping they will be able to provide relief -- I'm no longer looking for answers. :) I actually took my boys for a small walk yeterday and we had a wonderful time (we saw geese, a nutria, and lots o' ducks). Rob has been working extremely hard and the next few months will determine whether or not we graduate in 2010. We went to the our LDS temple last week and I felt like we are supposed to be giving our time and talents in the callings we have. So I can quit griping about meetings, etc.

I have had some friends and acquaintences go through extremely difficult experiences the last few weeks -- I don't understand why these things happen (maybe there is no explanation), but as I pray for these families, I feel that same sense of peace and calm. I've decided I don't need to understand - I just need the constant assurances that God knows me and you.