The Eyes Have It

A few days ago I had to visit the eye doctor. Normally my mother helps me out when I have a doctor's appointment by meeting me at the office and watching Little Blessing (LB), but she was busy on this day. I thought about canceling my appointment, but instead I decided to do what millions of mothers have done before me. I packed WAY TOO MANY TOYS and an EXTRA HEAVY DIAPER BAG (I actually pulled a chest muscle carrying it) and went to my appointment. I was relieved when both the technician and the doctor were mothers. They were very understanding, and LB was the "Bell of the Ball". It was tough at times, and of course I couldn't hold her the entire time. I don't think she has ever been in and out of the stroller so many times within an hour. But, she was a real trooper. She played with her toys, and some of the doctor's equipment, including trying to break into her desk; she did get fussy, but all in all she was great.

God truly does know exactly what you need. He knew that I needed to build up my confidence in taking my daughter to more places. I was so nervous the morning of my appointment. I was afraid that LB would cry uncontrollably and the doctor's office staff would ask me to leave and never come back. I told myself that I could always reschedule my appointment and return later, ALONE! But of course, none of that happened. Instead, I heard that still small voice say, "Remember I am always with you. You will be fine. You can do this. I did not bless you with this child so that you could neglect yourself". (It has been waaaaay to long since I've had my eyes checked, and I'm a contact lens wearer. I know. I know.) So, I am grateful to God that my mother was busy. I felt true victory. I believe that God wants us to have victory in both big and small things. Often times the small victories prepare you for the bigger ones. What about you, reader? What small victory have you recently won? Share your victories. You never know when it might encourage someone else. God Bless!