I closed my own thread with this yesterday, (twice in a row!) Of course, the bitterness of the Laker loss got the best of me, sorry Bethie if I hurt your Celtic feelings.

So, my last thread Was ALOHA which segues nicely into HOLA. Ok, there is still 5 months until I go to Spain but I really need to practice my Spanish.

Big weekend with both ups and downs anticipated:

In about 4 hours, my men's group will be knocking on my door. This has been my lifeline for about 20 months and will be something I do for the rest of my life, in one form or another. Again, we simply let our defenses down and share what we are dealing with, seek prayer for each other and hold each other accountable for what they say they need to change in their lives.

Men's Ministry Gathering
Afterwards I will partake in a different gathering at a local park for men who serve in the church, food, fellowship, some basketball (some injuries) etc. We have not gathered like this in a long time so it is going to be special.

Son's pool (graduation) party at X's house
This afternoon X is hosting a pool party for my son. Of course I am invited and I cannot not go but it is still challenging. I have forgiven X and Mr. X but the wound will be tender for who knows how long. My kids will be focused on their friends and I will know other adults at the party but you all get the drift, it is just weird.

Saturday night?
Need to do something for me. Some of my best friends are on a weekend missions trip to Mexico so we shall see what God has in store for me.

Father's Day
Church with my kids, fellowship with friends at church. My kids and I will spend the day together and then go to my parents in the afternoon for a bbq and maybe some board games and then we will watch the Lakers try to fight off elimination.

It will be an up and down weekend. Even when I take my kids to see their grandparents, there is hurt because all of us realize one woman's decision changed everyone's life.

"Father, you know I desire to be right with you and so I reiterate my petition to you that I remain in forgiveness towards X and Mr. X. Quickly draw them unto You if they have not done so already. Cause me to stay focused on Your love for me as well as all the wonderful things you have done in my life. I give you my will, my emotions, my heart this day. May you be glorified at my son's party. May I truly have joy overflowing that others may see that doing the right thing leads to a life of peace. Amen"

Committed2Him- "C2H"
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