01/11/2026
2025 was a tough year. Some good; some not. My business was thriving & that meant a lot more work. I loved it but it was exhausting.
We lost some of our dogs & adopted new ones including a hospice dog. One of our oldest pups developed kidney failure. A treatment plan sustained her for 9 more months. Her care added a lot more work to my schedule but she was worth it. Our hospice dog needed additional care we hadn’t forseen. Up at 5:15 AM, work non-stop till 9 PM. Most nights were interrupted by multiple demands.
As the year progressed the responsibilities became more demanding with no relief in sight. So I prayed to God. His presence always provided the strength & comfort I need. But the challenges multiplied faster than His blessings.
Back-to-back snow storms exacerbated my situation. Clearing 2 acres of snow covered property is physically demanding. My husband’s health issues worsened. Extensive research revealed alternative treatments which I now administer every other day. Chronic stress took its toll & I was losing this battle. I was unable to focus on ordinary tasks making foolish mistakes. My body was physically breaking down. My Amazon order for patience was out of stock. Emotionally I was unraveling.
Prayer became an effort. I didn’t even know what to pray.I cried out to God the only words I could, “God, I need you!” He knew what I needed when I didn’t. That is the greatness of our Father – He fully knows our needs long before we can identify them & He’s already working on a resolution for us. My cry was sufficient.
He is a loving God who provided enough for me to continue handling my challenges. In time, He changed my circumstances to provide much-needed respite. New challenges surfaced but I feel renewed & hopeful. I will face them with greater clarity & command.
Matthew 6:8 “Your Father knows what you need before you ask Him.”
Psalm 34:17 “When the righteous cry for help, the Lord hears and delivers them out of all their troubles.”
Put all fears & anxieties to rest. Your loving Father knows your concerns before you do & He will deliver you from suffering.