I actually never have pocket change. I rarely have cash because my
tech savvy self uses a debit card. I am working on developing a budget
and have spent time looking over many of Dave Ramsey's ideas. It has
encouraged me to switch over to a cash system. I haven't made the
transition yet, I suppose you could say I am mentally preparing for
such an endeavor.
I recently moved from my hometown
where I lived my entire life. I left the home I spent my memoriable
teenage years and my two wonderful parents. It's hard to leave things
so familiar, comfortable, nurturing and understanding. I feel this new
season away will teach me many things such as budgeting, and other
things designed for functioning households, but I don't feel regret for
remaining at home as long I did. Reflecting on it today, I am already
grateful for each conversation I had with my parents. Late evening
chats with Mom on the couch, and Saturday morning cups of coffee spent
with Dad. They were precious times where we challenged one another,
sorted one another's jumbled thoughts, discussed difficult issues,
shared things we were learning, vented frustrations, built one another
up and reminded one another of who we are.
I am grateful for my parents creating an environment that allowed me
and my siblings to know our home was a small city of refuge. Being on
my own, though it's overwhelming at times, I feel equipped to establish
my own home because of my foundation. I am thankful for that
nourishment, and find myself only willing to accept it so I can share and create a similar environment those I encounter lacking such love and support.
"I pray
that from his glorious, unlimited resources he will empower you with
inner strength through his Spirit. Then Christ will make his home in
your hearts as you trust him. Your roots will grow down into God's love
and keep you strong. And may you have the power to understand, as all
God's people should, how wide, how long, how high, and how deep his
love is." Ephesians 3:16-17
