The Consistency of Change

There has always been a very constant reality in my life and it has been change. From a very young age, I have always lived very transient. During the times of my child rearing years, I remained in one state for a long period of time. Having served our ministry for an extended period of time, this was probably one of the only times that I remained in the same place. Although, I changed apartments, employment situations, men, hair do's and changed within myself on so many levels. Change has been my constant companion. These past few years have only added more chapters of a life that is laced with the consistency of change. With the passage of time, and craving something it seemed has alluded me, I long for the security of consistency. Remaining in the same place, doing the same things (and perfecting that), seeing people who care for me and are a regular part of my experience. I guess what I am saying now, it's time for the change to take on the place of consistency. As I embark on yet another change, I am transitioning from one state to another, again. The next few years I am embracing, claim and coveting what I anticipate being a time of consistency, stability and being still to watch my grandchildren grow, watch the ministry develop, watch my efforts, writings, speaking and other activities create avenues for me to meet the needs of those who want to be with me and me wanting to be with them. It's time for the change to give me the stability I need, perhaps always needed - but now, I refuse to live without it.