Decisions, decisions....

Today I am reflecting how thankful I am that I don't have to make some decisions on my own. Every day we all have hundreds of decisions we make that don't require a lot of thought and don't have dire consequences based on our decisions.  What will I wear?  What will I eat?  (although, that one can cause me problems....:)  Will I exercise today or not? 

But then there are decisions that can make a difference in our life or in the lives of those around us.  These are much harder to decide.  Sometimes there is a definite right or wrong, which helps.  But many times there is no right or wrong way to decide.  It's more about preferences or where you are at in life. Still, you know that your decision will affect many things.  I have been dealing with 3 of those types of decisions right now.  And that's why I am thankful that I can pray for wisdom and direction and trust that no matter what, God is there for me.

Two of the decisions has been made already.  First, we have the opportunity to move.  Our landlord just bought another home and gave us the option to stay where we are or move to his old home - right behind where we are now!  Seems silly, right?  However, there are MANY things that make this move desirable.  One of the biggest reasons for me, personally, will be moving away from a neighbour who has troubled me for 3 years!  Also, we will have some nicer benefits, an amazing deck in the back yard (with hot tub!) and a garage for my husband to work in.  It's an incredible blessing even though it seems like a huge hassle.

Secondly, I am having surgery at the end of May - shortly before we move!!  This was a hard decision at first, but as I prayed about it and discussed it with my family and my doctor it became an easy decision.  And as the time draws near, I am excited about it.  I have a few reservations, but the potential benefits outweigh the potential problems and I will just take it a day at a time.

I'm still waiting on the other decision.  I also rest in the knowledge that even if I make the 'wrong' decision, my Heavenly Father will still love me and protect me.  Hard to live out some days, but still so very comforting.