TO-DO list
- Buy new Chisels for my woodshop
- Feed the donkey
- Fix the roof
- Get Mary a mother's day present
- Sweep the porch
Wednesday, May 19, 2010
First Steps
I came in from the shop today extremely sweaty and tired. I had one of those work days that all I wanted to do was go to sleep in bed and not get out until tomorrow. However, when I crossed the threshold, I found my wife and son sitting on the floor of the house. Jesus was walking from his resting place over to Mary. I was shocked. I was witnessing my son's first steps. Overwhelmed, I positioned myself on the floor and he practiced, wobbling between his mother and I for hours. When I got up from the floor Jesus was asleep again and it was an hour and a half later. I am exhausted but the time I spent with my family was worth it.
Parenthood
I have good news. Today I was blessed with the terrifying and holy presence of the angel Gabriel. His visit shattered my speculations regarding Mary's infidelity. He fortified her story and explained that she had been chosen by the Lord to bear his child. I am a little embarrassed for ever doubting my wife and I now understand her to be an honest partner. I love her and I am willing to help her raise this child regardless of the fact that he is not my biological son. I am ready to be a father.
Broadsided
I'm at a loss. Today I returned from the shop after a hard day of work. Mary seemed rather flustered and when I asked her what the matter was, she responded that she was pregnant. I know for a fact that I am not the father and I am confused as to what I should do. I love Mary with all of my heart and I am completely devoted to her but I feel betrayed and broadsided. Unfortunately, I find her story hard to believe. She explained to me that she also has honored chastity. I don't want to accuse her of lying but I know that there is no possible way for her to be pregnant and honor chastity simultaneously. I feel broadsided and don't know how to respond. What would you do?
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