Our real NEED in life

2012 is finally coming to an end.
While the most part of it is to deal with raising and understanding a preschooler, there are also other aspects of living which I want to give thanks.
Adrian and I spent around 6 years together, 3+ years raising Abel and 4 years + living together. In the eyes of others, we are probably a young family unit with a long way to go; however in truth, I think I have become more accepting of each other's differences. Sometimes, you need to get over the small stuff that seem to inconvenience you in order to love the big stuff.
Like most guys, especially ACS breed, they adhere to the school motto, 'The Best is Yet to be'.
For an optimist, it is a phrase to motivate and encourage. It implies that no matter who we are and what we do, the work is not quite finished. As long as we still have the last breath, there is always room for improvement and progress. If we are @ the lowest point in life, there is hope as God isn't quite done with us.

For the pessimist, this is a phrase of despondence. It seems to imply one is not good enough no matter how hard he tries. Even if he tries his best, he still can't get what he desires.

For me? I choose to believe some experiences in life are meant to throw you off tangent. You may or may not be caught off guard. We may envy those whose lives seem well, perfect. No trouble, no stress.  Still, comparison will only make you get more upset. When these rude experiences give you a few tight slaps, perhaps we should muster a stronger resolve to find ways in solving the problems creatively.

Adrian is indeed a good husband and daddy. The other concern is sometimes, he makes peace with others so often that makes me find it unbelievable. However, this is also his strength. Tender hearted and quick to forgive. So, I complement by playing the opposite version.  The Eviler version...

Adrian has been so patient with me. Actually, the more I understand his difficulties, the more I tell myself to manage my expectations towards him. He does not pour out his woes unless necessary. Unfortunately, his relaxed stance sometimes stirs up not so pleasant notions of a lazy bum. However, I need to tell myself if he has not deterred from taking care of the family members. I must learn to cut everyone some slack. It's beneficial and necessary. Imagine he is the one behaving like me....I probably will run away from home!

2012 may end with some disappointments but we are all made to pursue joy, no matter how tough our ordeals can be. Well, it does offer a good note in our relationship. Together with Abel, we will build this family using God's tried and tested family values so that we can withstand the changing seasons of life.

Truly, LOVE from God is our real need to get by...

Amen! (@.*)