The Family

This week’s readings have been focused on the family and finding a balance.  That is my number one concern facing this chance to enter the business world.  My world has always revolved around my family.  Every moment of every day is consumed with meeting their needs.  Can I change that? Taking two classes a semester, year round, and working part-time have been challenging. And then there is my church calling, and the matter of supporting my husband in his.  I still feel that I need to do everything I have always done, while adding these additional items to my schedule.  Jan Newman, who served as mission president here in our area, said it best:  “Don’t ever be too busy to accept a calling.  When you need the Lord’s help, He will know where your heart is.”  My purpose is to serve the Lord and build the kingdom of God.  Can I stay focused on that and still enter the work force?

Steve Blank said there needed to be some family rules set beforehand.   We are trying to have family scripture study every day, and that is something I am not willing to compromise on.  Having dinner together as much as possible is important too.  But as the kids get involved in various events at the high school, their time outside of class is mostly taken.  I like to spend time with the family on the weekends, but those are often filled with competitions locally and a few hours away.  So where is the balance?  We try to support each other as much as possible.  But the kids realize we can’t be to every meet and every competition or game.  I also try to do my homework and extra things while they are at school so it doesn’t take away from my family time.  As the kids get older and begin to move out and on with their lives, I want to be ready and able to find my niche.  I want to have an idea of what my strengths are so I can focus on that. 

I think this is what I am learning the most in this whole process of school.  Who I really am, what I have to offer, and being ready and willing to do what the Lord asks me to do.  For now, I was guided to participate in this educational opportunity.  I will “Carry On”, moving forward, as long as the Lord needs me to do this.