Saturday, March 15, 2008

Crazy... Crazy for feeling so lonely

You know the Patsy Cline song Crazy? That is what I woke up with in my head this morning. I know it was God saying you are crazy for feeling lonely while Cameron is away. I am not alone. I have 3 kids to take care of. How can I feel lonely?

Cameron not being here is making me lonely. I let Gracelyn sleep with me so that I could fall asleep. I used to not be this way at all. But this time things are different. The circumstances are different. While Cameron is on his walk he isn't able to call home between breaks, he isn't able to wish me good night. He isn't a dial away to help calm Cannon down from missing his daddy. He isn't a second away from my endless questions. He is focusing on God and not on me at the moment. I get that. I am proud of that. I expect that but in turn that has made me lonely. Kinda sound high maintenance doesn't it? I don't have to be near Cameron every waking moment but I like to know that at any moment he is accessible. Able to hear me tell him I love him.

Things I do know that are happening this weekend even though he isn't able to talk to me. He is thinking of his family at different times through out his walk. He is thinking of how different things can be. He is thinking of how much we love him and cherish him. He is thinking of what he can do to be a better husband. He is thinking of what he can do to be a better father. I don't think either of these things can improve when life is already perfect but I know Cameron and I know that is what he is thinking at some point in the 72 hours. The most important thing that I know is happening is that Cameron is growing closer to God. That is inspirational to me. I can't wait to hear the excitement in his voice. To share in his revelations. I want to hear his new profound findings.

For me and my walk it was life changing. It was truly a time that God revealed himself to me and my purpose in our church, my family and friends, and as a Christian in this world. I still find myself going back to my old ways sometimes in my thoughts or actions but then very quickly God nudges me back into His word and His teachings and back into His plan. I love that.

I know that God has prepared this special time for Cameron to go and that He has great things in store for Cam. I know it with every fiber in my being. I have been praying that Cameron's heart is open to hear and accept God's plan and that Cam's plans are put to the side.

Tonight I get to get a glimpse of Cameron. I am ecstatic about this. I won't get to talk to him or even touch him but I will get to see him and for me right now that is huge. A look between us is all it takes to say I love you, I miss you, I cherish you!

**Disclaimer** For the crazies on the internet that might perk up that I am home by myself for 3 days. I have a gun and I know how to use it~Just ask my dad when you pass him on the front porch.

Love you all! Continue to pray for Cameron and have a blessed weekend.

5 comments:

John said...

LOL! I wouldn't wanna take you on knowing you have gun skills! :) You know, even after 10 years of having John gone for at least 1 night a week, I still get lonely. But, you're right--it's different if you can't talk at all. Praying for you and for Cameron. I just know he's having a blessed time!

John said...

PS: Patsy Cline is my FAVORITE singer of all time--and that song rocks! :)

Anonymous said...

Randall used to play Patsy Cline for Riley every day when he was a baby. He was certain that she was his favorite.......
I know you are ready to see your sweet husband.....TODAY is the day!!! Love ya, Teresa

Jill said...

I know how it feels to miss your husband when they are gone. Steve and I have been married three years and I am still not used to his crazy schedule at Pantex. He is gone at least 2-3 nights a week. It is not fun esp. when you are used to him being home at night! I am praying for you both and hope this was a amazing experience for Cameron. Have a great week! I loved this post!! So sweet!

Kassie said...

I am so glad that Cameron is going to get to go on this walk I know that it will help him alot. I also know what it feels like to have your husband gone. Even with Jerry being able to call me when he is oversea most of the time. There are times when he doesn't get to and I know the lonelyness. I love you all so much and I pray for you all everyday. Keep in touch. Love Kassie