ISSUES

Pops is still working 12-hour shifts until further notice.  This is a problem for me, because Angela gets out of school at 3 PM.  She isn't bussed, and I will already be at work by the time she is dismissed.  Matthew couldn't give me any information on how long he will be working like this, etc.  I need to make arrangements, and I don't want to go to my supervisors without any concrete information.  She's 8 years old, and too young to walk home, especially for such a long distance. 

Some of the people at my church aren't faring to well.  I offered my assistance to anyone who needs it, and I went to visit an older member at her home this morning.  She didn't need anything but company and prayer.  Some people I know are in good health, have all of the use of their limbs, all of their teeth, a job, medical insurance, live in a nice home, have a nice car and a beautiful family, and complain like the world is going to end.  The lady I went to visit (Sister Moore) has all kind of health issues (diabetes, heart problems, pain in her legs, etc.), family issues (both of her daughters are in prison, so she is trying to raise the 5 grandsons alone), and was STILL able to smile, and praise the Lord, despite her circumstances!  Ladies and gentlemen, that's the picture of true, God-given joy!

I am off tomorrow and Wednesday, thank you JESUS!  The kids are out of school, too, until further notice.  I am praying that Angela will be out of school until Matthew returns to his normal work schedule.  That doesn't seem likely, though, since Matt says that they are expected to work like this for at least three months, or until they can bring all of the intersections up again.

Adrian