Reason to Give Thanks

       "The Lord is righteous in all His ways and Kind in all His deeds." - Psalm 145:17

              As I reflect today on God's goodness I see one thread that has been present throughout my life: His KINDNESS. In every season of my life God's kindness has been so evident in my life. Yet, this season I can say that I have experienced my Father's kindness in a deeper way. 

We officially have been in Guatemala for 2 weeks!! And Married for one month!! It has been only a short amount of time but it feels as though so much has happened. I have so much to be grateful for this year. So many beautiful blessings have come my way. God's kindness has been apparent in so many details.

First, I am so grateful for my husband. Since the day we got married I have not stopped being amazed at what a great man he is. He reflects the Light and Joy of Jesus. His love for God and for others challenges me; I have so much to learn from him. It has been such a joy getting live life with him and I am so excited for all that our Heavenly Father has for us.

Secondly, I have experienced God's kindness in my move to Guatemala. In this big transition of my life, God's grace has abounded. A phrase that keeps resounding in my heart is "Jesus is carrying my heart." Everyday I have felt God's strength and grace carrying me. I have joy in my heart in being here and working alongside my husband.

Thirdly, I am so grateful for the love I have received from the staff and kids here at Casa Bernabe. Not a day goes by that I don't receive 5 hugs or 10 "Hellos" from the kids. They have received me with open arms. I count it a joy when I get to spend time sharing with them.  There are so many precious people here and I am excited to get to know them more. 

I want to thank you for all your prayers and support. I can really feel God's strength and love these days. I continue to set my eyes on the Author of my story. Although I have lived 26 beautiful years, I feel like my story (or another part of my story) is just beginning. He writes beautiful stories. This week may our eyes be opened to our Father's kindness throughout our lives!

                                                                                                                          - ACM

P.S. Attached are photos from David's 28th birthday party that we celebrated this week!