An Answered Prayer

I was listening to a podcast this morning during my intentional alone time and I was reminded that I am in the middle of an answered prayer.  This is something I know deep down but I often forget because what I imagined my life would be at this moment in time isn’t exactly how it has unfolded.  I have always wanted to be at home with my children, nurturing and teaching them.  I have always imagined us moving through our mornings with ease and no stress.  Eating breakfast as slowly as we wanted.  No getting dressed until we’re ready and simply going with the flow.  All of these things are true for my life right now.  However, the package this answered prayer is wrapped in isn’t what I would consider ideal.  We live with someone else (my dad), I don’t yet contribute financially, and we moved away from most of our family so our village is small.  Sometimes this less ideal list plays like a slideshow over and over in my head.  It takes me out of the present moment and sends me into a spiral of negative emotions.  Feeling sorry for myself because I didn’t plan this out better or being overwhelmed with the steps it will take to change our situation.  But the podcast this morning reminded me to zoom out, the words were felt in my heart, and I know I am where I am supposed to be.  This is my answered prayer, and I am grateful for it.