I was finally able to get a good night’s sleep last night so that I could get up by 6 to start the morning and most importantly, to meet the Lord. Over the weekend I had really gotten off track of spending time with the Lord, and the inevitable result was and always is a very self-centered me. Without realizing it, I had fallen into the pattern of thinking “What does Katie need?” “What would make Katie happy?” rather than “How can I love my husband today?” and “What can I teach Emma this afternoon?” Having a me-focus is very detrimental to marriage and motherhood, (not to mention friendship and family relationships). When you are so focused on yourself, conflict resolution and healthy communication becomes a bit fruitless. I find myself offended at the smallest slight, assuming wrong intentions, and ignoring my responsibilities to home and family. I can imagine that by Memorial Day the Lord must have been cringing at my attitude. It’s funny because it happens so quickly and so suddenly. And for me it can happen not because I’m doing or saying certain things, but because I’m not—not spending time reading God’s word, not renewing my mind, and not being reminded of why I’m here, why I was placed in this family, and what my purpose is for this day. All I can say is what a relief to be back on track!