Sunday, March 29, 2009

Sweet Release?

It has been a turbulent week at our house. Full of emotion. Trepidation, peace, anxiety, contentment, joy, sorrow, and even fear.
Burke was released as the 1st counselor in the bishopric today. And I was called as the Primary President.
Although I knew well in advance that Burke was going to be released, I only had about a week to dwell on my new responsibilities. That was probably a week too long. I used that time to completely stress myself out trying to figure out why I would be extended a calling like this. I am best at church when I am enjoying the fruits of others' labors.
I guess it doesn't work that way.
I took some time to go to the temple (thanks Rebecca) to try to figure out who to call as counselors, since Aimee, Tiffany and Shannon are all far away (miss you guys). I was able to find some peace in the temple. I got the mini mental pep talk that I needed and was feeling relatively okay until today.
I have spent much of the day in tears, and I am not really sure why. I guess I am nervous about my new calling, and the changes that have happened.
And, although I have done my share of griping, I am strangely a little sad that Burke has been released. I know that despite the busyness of his church calling, he mostly enjoyed it. He will be able to continue with his favorite part though--he has been called as the priest quorum advisor. He still gets to go do the fun stuff with the other boys.
I think the Lord knew it was time for him to be able to spend more time with us and with his dad, who recently started hospice care. We are looking forward to being able to spend Saturdays with Grandma and Grandpa, and having Sunday afternoons at home together.
Wednesdays are still out though ;).
Send your good thoughts our way as we both begin new chapter.

3 comments:

Kellie said...

Congrats Prez! You enjoyed that so much the first time...and you will do a fabulous job this time!

Give my little bro a hug from me. I am sure he will enjoy the time he will gain with you and your cute family :)

Give my girl Annika a squeeze too... tell her I love the basket hair.

Jen R said...

Wow, that is a lot for one house. I am sure it will be a positive experience for all of you.

Hey, maybe now we could go out as couples. I would love that.

As for Emilia, she broke her finger doing a back handspring and coming down on the tip of her finger. Of course, this happened at the final dress rehearsal.

Wendy said...

Congratulations/condolences on your new calling. You'll do great! Do you have lots of kids in your ward? My sister, Melanie's daughter who is about 24 just got called to be YW president. I would die!