Yesterday we received word that Michael’s grandmother died.  She has been failing for some time, so it wasn’t a surprise, but we are still sorry to say good-bye.

Michael and his brother, Todd, will leave Friday morning for Virginia and stay for about a week.  They’ll attend the funeral and help their mother settle whatever affairs need to be settled before heading home late next week.

Not only will Michael be gone most of next week, but my doctor will also be gone most of next week.  So Baby Lilly is forbidden from making her appearance until all the important men in her life return to town.

Last night I was rehearsing to Michael all the things that we still need to finish at the Monroe house before the baby is born.  After my recitation, I decided that it’s just not going to happen, outside of a miracle.  Still, we will work hard and do our best.

I sometimes question God’s timing, with life, death and houses, but Michael and I keep repeating to one another, “God’s timing is perfect.”  He knows our situation.  So, we will work hard and accept His timing.