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  Aus, this is from an older blog, but still very relevant!  Check it out. Blog 💝💙Mommy

  “Intelligent people are always ready to learn. Their ears are open for knowledge.” Proverbs‬ ‭18‬:‭15‬ ‭NLT‬‬ This definition of intelligent people is refreshing, and I want to share it with you. It is not based on how much knowledge one possesses, but based on how humble and open one is to learn.  Along the same vein, Proverbs also said that a wise person has many advisors.  How do I rate myself in terms of openness to learn? Who has/have been my most trusted advisor(s) in my life journey?  What have they taught me?  How did I find them? Let’s pray to thank God for advisors in our lives and ask for godly intelligence. 💞Mom

I know you feel anxious about the next eight months, anxious about what would happen in a week and a half, and about what would happen when BR moves back to Ed.  Unfortunately very little is within your control but fortunately, you are not walking alone. Dad and I are walking with you.   You have heard from Psalm 119 that "Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light for my path."  Well, how long is a step? Maybe 2.5 feet?  How far can a flashlight shine ahead of a path? Maybe 10 feet? This verse is saying that God's word guides us in small steps, not long distances.  If we walk or think too far, we will feel lost because we are no longer in the light.  Constantly go back to God for illumination. When you wake up in the morning, say, "Good morning God, be the lamp to my feet and light to my path today."  Then go about your day, being confident that he hears you because you are asking according to the Bible.   Yep, it's more reliable than y...