Practicalities

This is something I never thought I would find myself saying but I am tired of shopping. There are so many things that I need to take with me from clothes to meds for a first aid kit to rope for laundry needs. I have spent hours trying to find tall warm boots and wool socks online because the stores no longer carry them being out of season. I have researched what is the best type of thermal underwear to buy and how one should really dress in Russia based on style and weather. I learned that the government turns the heat on and then turns it off so even when it may be 15 degrees outside it will be 85 degrees inside. This changes how I dress. I think I get why Jesus said not to make our treasure what is on earth. It really doesn't fill. I am a red blooded American girl and like every red blooded American girl I like to shop. if I am feeling down I go to Goodwill (my way of treating myself without breaking the bank) but no wonder rich people are so unhappy too much of a good thing turns to dust in your mouth. I am so glad there is a joy that lasts! Rejoice with me in this moment that Jesus is our joy! Just take this moment as your eyes are scanning these words to thank God that He is our joy.