A Year of Events

Sitting here at my computer, I was thinking about how James and I have been here at Farmland a year and all the changes that have occured within that time. Moving to a completetly different place around all new people is always a challenge, but I will say that Farmland Friends Church has been so supportive of our family and I can't even express my gratitude for that. I think the hardest part for me is not being around family. Ever since James and I got married, we have lived by either my family or his, so this year has been quite an adjustment. For me there is a feeling of safety and comfort when you know that you can call your family anytime and they will come over. Seeing my family a couple weeks ago reminded me of that feeling. I am so fortunate to have such a loving and supportive family. Despite my longings for my mom or dad to be near by, God has blessed me with others in my life that have encouraged me and loved me when I needed it. Just the other day, Yvonne Sorensen hugged me with tears in her eyes and told me how proud she was that I was in ministry and what a great job I was doing at Mega Sports Camp. That was so special to me becuase she has known me for a while and it felt like my mom was there saying that to me.
Another big event in our life this year was finding out I was pregnant! For me, since I have lost a baby once, it was a little stressful. I was worried for the first few months, but now I am at ease. God has given me a peace and I know that he is taking care of me and little Will. Yes, that is what we have decided to name him. William Ryan Pinkerton, after James' dad William (Bill) Pinkerton. New life has begun and an older life has ended this year. A couple of weeks ago my grandmother in Idaho died, so I have been struggling with some guilt for not taking the time to go and see my grandparents when I had the chance. Around the same time, we found out my Aunt has been diagnosed with cancer. I'm so glad God knows what is best and that His hand is in all of this. I know that I couldn't deal with all of this without Him. Thank you Father for just being my comfort and constant friend throughout all the changes in my life. "The grass withers and the flowers fall, but the Word of our Lord stands forever!"