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Mercy

4/18/2013

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So, some really difficult moments are coming to me these days, and Heather Kopp's blog was a great help to me this morning.  While I can't control much of anything, I am able to answer Jesus's question, "What do you want Me to do for you?"  That in itself, somehow, is a grace.

Here are some notes to self:

"I must remember that this is not the only thing in my life right now, or ever.  No matter how hard it is, I still have God, love, Jack, and everything I need--work, friendships, support, and so much more. 

If it all ends right now, I've at least experienced all of the grace of it--nothing I have ever "earned" or "deserved."  And I can always, no matter what, choose to do the next right thing.
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You will want to read Heather's post here.
(I can relate, and so will you.)

http://soberboots.com/2013/04/18/holler-for-mercy/#comments

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    Deb Carriger Richards

    I'm a writer, spiritual director, teacher, and speaker.  

    I live in Des Moines, Iowa, with my husband, Jack.  (I'm also a mom, stepmom and grandma!)

    My "day job" is Director of Faith Formation at St. Mary of Nazareth Catholic Church
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