Thank You For All The Help!

Back when I knew someone that had a baby I thought telling them their baby was cute and saying congratulations was great. How little did I know!  Of course that is still wonderful.  But I have to admit that I'm kinda slow.  I often don't think of ways to serve until it's happened to me.  I also never realized how much having a baby takes out of you!  Sadly, I'm one of those 'don't get it until you go through it' kinda people.

For example, on top of people bringing us meals, one stopped and chatted for awhile and held him to give me a break. One friend brought me crystal lite because she remembered that I like it.  One brought me some breastfeeding equipment and tips that helped her, along with a homemade smoothie.  Another 'just happened to be across the street' with a dessert from Kneaders.  Not to mention many texts, calls, visits, and even encouraging Facebook and blog messages. You see...?  

I have felt so overwhelmingly supported and blessed after having Carter.  It's made me realize that I should really step my game up. That's one thing I love about service.  When you're blessed to be around those who are better at serving than you--they not only serve you, they teach you.  

So many times in my life I've received a nice card, help, support, friendship...etc. in creative and thoughtful ways I would have never thought about.  I'm not very creative when it comes to service, but I am so grateful there are others who have this as a talent.  I sure hope they rub off on me!  I am so grateful for those times because they not only lifted me, but they then showed me how to do it so I could turn around and do the same.  I really can and hope to do better this year by turning into one of these people and not always being on the receiving end.