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I realized today that I need to work on my attitude. I am highly organized so do not react well when my day is disrupted. My darling hubby asked me to attend a hospital appointment with him the following day, in a city around half an hour away. I already had my day planned but also wanted to support him; besides, he said we would go for coffee afterwards! So, that morning, while he visited a friend I walked two kilometers to the gym, completed a half hour workout then walked home. I then rushed to get all my housework done, made a sandwich and had quarter of an hour to rest and eat before folding towels out of the drier after which I needed to get ready.

Once there, I waited, reading, in the waiting room while he attended his appointment for an hour. The chairs were uncomfortable and my back was aching. Finally, it was all over. As we drove out of the hospital grounds he turned in the opposite direction to the coffee shop he was going to take me to. When I questioned him, he said that because the appointment had taken longer than expected, it was getting a bit late for coffee. I immediately let him know I was expecting a café stop. He found one a little out of the way and we enjoyed a nice cup of coffee and a slice.

However, I continued to simmer and stew. I had rushed through my morning, worn myself out while he relaxed with his mate, and he hadn’t even thanked me for keeping him company. I ignored him for a while when we got home, but God worked on my heart. I approached my husband and as calmly as possible, let him know that I sometimes need some sign of appreciation. One of my love languages is words of affirmation and I thank hubby often with words of appreciation for all he does for me—and he does a lot to serve me (another one of my love languages). He was totally perplexed because he didn’t know that was a need. I must work on my communication instead of expecting him to know what I want or need! I also need to watch for a negative, grumbling attitude. Thank you Father for bringing this to my attention. Work in me to bring me the fruits of a gentle and quiet spirit.

To finish, I have those Christians who are suffering persecution on my heart. If you are one of these, please be assured of my prayers. If not, please join me in praying for them. God bless.

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