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Waiting well isn't easy, especially when we can't see the end. Are you in a waiting season? 6 ways to to wait well when the season runs long. | Thisgratefulmama.com #thisgratefulmama #waiting #waitingwell #change #faith #spritualgrowth #christianwomen

Waiting Well When The Season Runs Long

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Waiting well isn’t easy, especially when we can’t see the end. Are you in a waiting season? 6 ways to to wait well when the season runs long.

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March 8, 2019

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Encouraging women with the truth of God’s uncommon grace.
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Jesus first. Wife. Mom of 3. Coffee-Lover. Popcorn Addict. Allergy Mom. Blogger. Introvert

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“The valor and courage of our young women and men in the armed services are a shining example to all of the world, and we owe them and their families our deepest respect.”
Bill Frist
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#thisgratefulmama #wordstoliveby #veteransday #everyday #thankful #grateful #thankyou #nogreaterlovethanthis #laydownlifeforfriends #veterans #respect

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I’m still in this ‘forced’ rest place. There are things that need to be done. Things I usually take care of.
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This week, my husband, family and friends have stepped in to do all the things.
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In the stillness of rest, I’m deeply humbled. Much of my ‘job’ can easily be done by someone else. In some ways, they do things better and faster!
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Pride threatens this rest. I don’t like to need help. I’m terrible at delegation, too impatient to explain and hand thing off. I pridefully think only I can do it well. The right way. My way.
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Control freak? Yes.
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There is purpose in this forced rest. My body is healing. My soul is being restored by this slow pace and extra care from loved ones. It’s hard to be still when we aren’t forced to rest. And I’m learning that all of us need rest.
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Rest isn’t wasting time. It doesn’t mean I’m weak or inept. Or that I’m lazy or neglecting responsibilities. Rest is a healthy necessity for living well.
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When this is over, I want to schedule in time for rest and stillness. But I need to actually follow through!
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Tell me, how do you ensure you take time to be still in your schedule?
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“Be still and know that I am God.” Psalm 46:10
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#thisgratefulmama #rest #bestill #slow #slowdown #iminahurry #bestillandknow #thankful #humble #humbled #thankful #theeverygirl #healing #delegate #encouragement #dailyencouragement #encourager #hope

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“Rest time is not waste time. It is economy to gather fresh strength… It is wisdom to take occasional furlough. In the long run, we shall do more by sometimes doing less.”
-Charles Spurgeon
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Rest is hard for me. Especially when I see things that need to be done .
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I’m not good at asking for or accepting help. Even when I desperately need it.
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A recent medical procedure (nothing major) leaves me in need of rest and help from family and friends. There have been meals provided, prayers spoken, help with kids, and my husband’s steady encouragement and reminders to just REST.
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This quote resonates with me, because on some level, I equate rest with laziness or wasting time.
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Even Jesus needed rest. Who am I to think I don’t?
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So today I’m listening to hymns, reading, and doing nothing but resting. Just like yesterday.
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Deep gratitude and peace fill my heart as I rest and accept the help of many. I have been experiencing Gods loving-kindness through people and in His presence this week.
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When was the last time you rested in the Lord? Is it hard for you to embrace too?
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#thisgratefulmama #rest #godsrest #prayer #spurgeon #quotes #wordstoliveby #wordstoponder #christian #christianblogger #christianwomen #faith #faithinfluencers #goodmorning #slowdown #herestoresmysoul #downtime #forcedrest #therverygirl #thankful

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“November at its best—with a sort of delightful menace in the air.”
-Anne Bosworth Greene
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With an overnight dusting of snow, November arrived with a chill.
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Even though November generally means the beginning of a very long MinneSNOWta winter, I’m thankful for the changing of seasons.
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November brings many celebrations, quality time with family and friends. I’m looking forward to lots of snuggles in warm blankets with my favorite people, snow fun, and many books enjoyed.
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What are you looking forward to?
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#november #hellonovember #brrr #snow #minnesnowta #cold #snuggles #thankful #change #seasons #family #winteriscoming #grateful #givethsnks #thisgratefulmama #goodmorning #newmonth #quotes #words #quoteoftheday

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Happy Friday! We haven’t done introductions in a while.
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I’m Elaine, writer behind This Grateful Mama. My purpose here is to encourage women with the truth of God’s uncommon grace.
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Let’s get to know each other better today. Tell me 5 things about you 👇. I’ll start 😉
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1. Fall is my favorite season because of cool weather, boots, sweaters, apples, leaves and fires. But seasonal allergies tell me I’m allergic to it 😂
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2. Twitter is my jam. It’s all about words over there. I post here on Instagram about once a day, but post more often and different content on Twitter. I’d love to connect with you there! Find me at @thisgratefulmam
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3. If I could only eat 3 things forever I’d pick popcorn, sour candy and donuts (healthy, I know 😳😬)
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4. I take my coffee with just a little bit of half and half. At least twice a day.
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5. My word for 2019 I’d Abide, based on John 15.
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Enough about me, tell me about YOU! 👇
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#thisgratefulmama #introduceyourself #introductions #fridayintroductions #hello #allaboutyou #community #donutsquad #friday #fridayfeeling #christianblogger #christianencourager #faith #faithinfluencers #abide #wordoftheyear

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As an allergy mama of a child with peanut and tree but allergies, this day has always required my FULL attention.
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When our son was small, it was very stressful. We had to be vigilant everywhere. At school. At stores handing out candy. And of course, while visiting homes in our neighborhood.
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He didn’t really know his food restrictions and couldn’t read. Trick-or-Treating meant coming into contact with his life-threatening allergen. It’s strange to know your child is carrying around something in a cute bag that can kill him.
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We return home, to sort through our children’s bags and remove any ‘treat’ that threatens his LIFE.
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This day is also our son’s birthday. Today he is NINE! The day when he was born has increased risk of taking his very life (although food allergy parents know the threat is real every single day).
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One thing that has helped make today a little less scary is the Teal Pumpkin Project.
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The Teal Pumpkin Project raises awareness of food allergies and helps include children who have allergies or other dietary needs and restrictions on Halloween.
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At our house, we hand out top-8-allergen-free candy and have a separate bowl of non-food items. This year our non-food options are super balls, bubbles, glow bracelets and pencils.
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I’d love to brainstorm non-food ideas for the Teal Pumpkin Project in the comments 👇
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Share your ideas below, and share if there is a special child in your life who can benefit from this today.
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If you’d like to know more, visit FARE’s website.
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#tealpumpkin #tealpumpkinproject #teal #tealpumpkins #foodallergy #foodallergies #foodallergymom #foodallergymama #foodallergyfamily #foodallergyfriendly #foodallergyfriends #halloween #children #parents #momlife #mommylife #foodallergyparent #ittakesavillage #myvillage #birthdayboy #thisgratefulmama #proudmom

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Full transparency.

Every morning, I sit beneath this light fixture reading my Bible.
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I love how the clear glass doesn’t block the view or natural light. The shades allow the light from the bulb within to shine freely.
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If we follow Jesus, the Holy Spirit is in us. He is the light within. Daily, we make decisions that will allow us to shine or quench His light.
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Sometimes it’s hard. I find myself hiding the light, dampening it with words or omission, because of fear of how it will be received
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What about you? Are you the same person in every area of life? Or are you ‘someone else’ depending on who you’re with or what you’re doing?
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If this is a struggle for you too, I’m right there with you.
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It’s my prayer that we can learn to be the same in all circumstances, with all people.
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Lord, You are the light of the world. Thank you for sealing us with your Spirit. Teach us to live transparent lives, with eyes and hearts fixed on you. Shine through us as we reflect Your actions and character. May our lives draw others to you.
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Is your light shining from within today?
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#character #home #light #westelm #sculpturalglass #jesus #jesusisthelightoftheworld #faith #faithinfluencers #hope #encouragement #holyspirit #shinebright #shinebeforemen #letyourlightshine #thislittlelightofmine #transparency #authenticfaith #stickyfaith #theeverygirl

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After a few awesome days away with the hubby celebrating our anniversary, we returned home to a little colder weather than expected.
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Our kids had so much fun with their grandparents and it was so fun to hear of their adventures this morning.
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It was good to be away. Now, it’s good to be home.
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Despite the cold, Minnesota has my favorite people. And right now, stunning fall colors. Other places are nice to visit, but this is home.
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Tell me where you call home in the comments! 👇
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#thisgratefulmama #home #homesweethome #minnesota #exploremn #exploreminnesota #vacation #fall #fallcolor #ilovefall #travel #momlife #mommylife #cominghome

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Warm weather. Waves crashing. The best company.
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We wandered Santa Monica last night and the sunset was especially beautiful because of the smoke in the air.
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Join me in praying for containment of the fires and protection for those in their oaths.
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#thisgratefulmama #fire #sunset #santamonica #santamonicablvd #beach #ocean #waves #oceanlove #california #datenight #seabreeze #beautiful #prayer #toesinthesand #thankful #getaway

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This guy. He’s my favorite.
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Life is busy. There are 3 kids to raise, a job that takes my husband all over the world, house projects, friends and family. If we aren’t careful, this life we love can continue and we could become strangers.
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Marriage requires effort. Intentionality. It takes TIME. We have to be purposeful in order to connect.
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This week my husband and I have FOUR days together while our amazing parents care for our kids. The kids get to have special focused time with their grandparents and we get focused time together.
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California, here we come!
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How and where do you take time to stay connected to your spouse?
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#thisgratefulmama #thankful #marriage #myfavorite #hesmyfavorite #friends #getaway #californiaadventure #californialove #california #losangeles #herewecome #grandparents #awesomegrandparents #momlife #wifelife #mommylife #motherhood #purposeful #relationships #latergram

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I got to witness such delight as our daughter stomped in puddles. Her joy, despite the blustery wind and dreary weather, was contagious.
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On our errands, she stomped for joy and I giggled with her.
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Whatever this day brings, we can choose joy. We can choose to take cold and puddles and delight in what God has created.
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And of corse, wear your favorite boots. Even if they’re rubber.
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#thisgratefulmama #thankful #grateful #joy #choosejoy #encouragement #momlife #joyfulmamas #joyfulcountenance #merryheart #mommylife #motgerhood #allgodscreations #rainyday #joyfilled #encourage #encouragement #faith #faithinfluencers

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I’ve been feeling challenged by what I do with the time in each given day. While my actions certainly matter, I’m learning my thoughts matter more.
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Where we allow our minds to wander and daydream, and the things we ponder and dwell on matter.
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What we think can drastically change our attitudes, trigger emotions, and determine our behavior.
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It’s the thoughts while I’m doing chores, folding laundry, cleaning toilets and washing dishes that are often the most vulnerable to derail my attitude.
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These often thankless jobs are also basically bottomless. There will be more of the same tomorrow.
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I can choose to feel annoyed by the mess, and the people who wear the clothes and eat the food. Or, I can choose to thank God for the people entrusted to me, for the things I have the privilege to clean, and for God’s loving presence there with me in it all.
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He sees me. He knows my thoughts. He sees you too. God sees all of your hard work, even when no one else does.
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What is on your mind today?
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#thisgratefulmama #allthethings #motherhood #busyday #busyseason #thoughtsmatter #emerson #quoteoftheday #wordstoliveby #wordstoponder #tuesday #tuesdaymotivation #goodmorning #wordbeforeworld

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I love the slower pace that comes with a rainy day. Instead of rushing to get going, the kids and I enjoyed staying in jammies until 10 with extra time reading side by side and snuggling under blankets.
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The sun just might peek out in a bit but while the big kids are out and the littlest sleeps, I’m soaking in the quiet and promises in Gods Word.
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I’m not sure when the last time I read Haggai was. A long while.
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“...I will provide peace in this place...” Haggai 2:9b
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Gods promise of peace was for Israel in that time and place, but He promises His peace today to believers through the power of the Holy Spirit.
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Tomorrow behind a very busy few weeks for our family. I hope to keep this verse handy to remind me to seek peace in Gods presence every day.
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How do you seek peace during a busy week?
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#thisgratefulmama #coffee #afternooncoffeerainyday #needmorecoffee #peace #godspeace #godprovidespeace #hooe #encouragement #busy #momlife #motherhood #theeverymom #mondaymood #mondaymotivation

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These people. My people. Oh, how I love them! I’m so thankful God places the lonely in families.
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6 God places the lonely in families; he sets the prisoners free and gives them joy.
Psalm 68:6a
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#thisgratefulmama #family #familyday #mnzoo #exploremn #thankful #grateful #fall #falldays

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I can’t get enough of the beauty of these fall days!
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It’s 60 and sunny and windy. We are spending the day soaking up the sunshine and warmth while it lasts.
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The garage is clean and many of the summer toys are put away. Hoses are draining and will be put away soon.
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I’m off to trim plants and clean windows while the sun is still out. It feels great to be outside hearing the kids play and being productive.
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What does the weekend hold for you?
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#sunshineday #sunshine #fall #autumn #exploremn #falldays #ilovefall #beautifulday #soaringintotheweekend #october #thisgratefulmama

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