Being in God's Will

I realize that Merrym has told you about her first night home, but I need to go back and relay a few things that happened before this wonderful reunion.

I had the date and time that Asab and Courtney were arriving at the airport (remember they were coming to stay w/ me until Mer could get here). I felt like I should let their dad and step-mom know so they could decide if they wanted to meet the kids at the airport. They said they would try. Amazingly enough they did come and were there as those two, terrified, little children walked off the plane with the stewardess, into what was to them 'the unknown'. It felt very uncomfortable as the three of us stood there waiting. Both the kids ran straight to me and jumped into my arms. I felt a little guilty so I made sure they hugged their dad and step-mom. Dad asked me, "Where are the kids staying?" I told him how Asab had to be taken directly to Primary Children's Hospital and that I had the house ready for Merrym and the kids when she arrived. I also told him I did not know how long it would take to check Asab in to the hospital and made the assumption that they would want to go make sure he was settled. I was shocked when they said they would let me take Asab and the they would take Courtney with them (using the excuse she was probably tired). I was angry that they were not more concerned about Asab and was hesitant to let Courtney out of my sight, but after all, he was the 'dad'. So I let her go with them.

I took Ace and got him all checked in. There were so many rules, not just for Asab, but for anyone who was visiting. And believe it or not, sweet justice was served: Because the dad had not checked Asab in, he could not visit without my permission (no one could).

That night I didn't sleep very well because I was so worried that dad and step-mom would try to keep Courtney. How could I have been so dumb, letting them know when the kids were coming, but that worry was precious, wasted time. They called me almost before I got out of bed (I'm an early riser) and wanted me to come pick Courtney up!

That night Courtney had an earache. She was crying and wanted her mommy. I doctored her and got her ready for bed. Then I said, "Do you want to sleep with Aunt Glory?" Of course the answer was yes. I cuddled her in my arms and soothed her tears. As she dozed off, I prayed: "Thank you God for helping me make the right decision. I know it's your will that Merrym and the kids are going to be living here."

Jesus said, "Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these". Matthew 19:14

Love, Mother Hen Glory