One Day at a Time

I went to my first Al-Anon meeting tonight. Al-Anon is modeled after AA meetings. So, it had the same kind of feel to it. I loved it! While the 12-steps for AA might be intended for alcoholics, I can really relate right now to Step 2:

"Came to believe that a Power greater than ourselves could restore us to sanity."

I have really let God "restore me to sanity" this summer. It is amazing how influenced I have been by the people I've met and the stories I've heard.

I think it's about time I posted the Serenity Prayer. I'm sure many of you are familiar with it, but I love it. It's short, yet it speaks volumes.

"God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference."

Church is a lot like AA. You have to "Keep coming back. It works if you work it." You have to really immerse yourself and be willing to participate. It does work.

I have found the most incredible, amazing, and beautiful spot. We have a little front porch on our trailer. I've come out here to sit, pray, talk, think, eat, look at the stars. I discovered today that I get wireless internet too : ) I look out into the world as I sit on this porch and think of how small I am in this large world. But I can see how He moves through the trees and He shines in the stars and this is how I know that God has big plans for me, as he does for all of us.

I have really been blessed with an amazing family--both "blood" (I couldn't think of a better word) family, church family, and my family of friends. I guess that's why I've missed everyone so much. I have had so much support from everyone though. So, to everyone: THANK YOU!

Peace to you,

Meredith