Happy Mother's day to everyone out there. I love and honor my 4 daughters +1 who make me proud to say I am a mother. Strange that we use this day to honor our mothers when we should be doing it every day of the year. Some of us have mothers to be proud of, some are not close to their Mothers for various reasons, some of us have lost their Mothers - let us use the rest of the day to think good thoughts about our Moms. I often think that perhaps I could have been a better mother - I think of the things I did wrong, but think also of the things I did right. To all of my daughters, forgive me if I was wrong or hurt you in someway.
Fred was watering the yard this week when a hummingbird flew into the stream from the hose, enjoying the shower. Fred moved the hose a bit, the tiny bird followed it. After the shower, this amazing creature flew to a perch, shook his wings, and came back for more. After a short time, he dove to the feeder, filled his tummy and flew off. What amazing things God has created.
As we were (hopefully) recovered from whatever ailed us, we helped at Border Missions, feeding 288 people, and passing out commodities, produce (lots of tomatoes), soda, chichiarones ( dried, crunchy, pig skins), donuts, rice and beans to 384 people. There were many people this week from Reyonsa compared to many less last week. Things have become a lot more dangerous in this border town the past month - many were killed in gun fights between the drug lords and those wishing to take over the territory. Sometimes innocents are caught in the crossfire. These incidents take place in the areas of Reynosa where we do not go - but where many of the people who come to Border Missions live. They themselves prefer not to put themselves in danger - some walk two-three miles before crossing the bridge to Border Missions - from the colonias and shelters (too meager to call houses) in the dump, the promise of a warm meal, a spiritual message, and free food is not enough to tempt fate for them. This past week was a bit calmer - so they came out in full force. The smiles on their faces told us that they were so grateful for the provisions, provided through the love of the Lord. The church service was a tribute to Mothers - even a mariachi sang some beautiful Spanish songs, mothers were blessed by the Pastors, and all mothers received gifts.
We made our last trip to Progreso before we leave for Arkansas in two weeks. It was rather quiet as we picked up vanilla and medicines for others. Fred got his first pedicure to soften his to nails and had them trimmed and cared for. It was funny to see him get this done, but he seemed to enjoy it. We visited with the owner (who took care of his feet and her daughter (both named Susana) who made mine feel so smooth and well groomed. As we mature, it gets harder and harder to take care of our own "old feet"!!!!
Pastor Israel's sermon this morning reminded us ladies that we are surely blessed by God and we should let Him use us to fulfill His purpose. All we need to do is recognize God's plan and purpose for our lives as women. These plans often include change - a change that we need to embrace instead of fight against. We many times rely on Jeremiah 29:11 when we think about God's plan for us, "but the plan of the Lord stand firm forever, the purposes of His heart through all generations." Psalm 33:11. Just think, all of the future generations come from us. 100 years from now, no one will probably be able to say they knew us personally, or many not ever know of us, but they all exist because of us!!!! Amazing to think about. God's plan today is His plan for tomorrow. Let us learn to listen to God's plan for us - women in whom He promises great blessings.
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