David's in Canada

David is in Canada with all his immediate family, and his parents, for his Granny's 90th birthday celebration. It's only for a few days - he left yesterday (Thursday) and should be back Sunday night.

I just wasn't prepared for the overwhelming loneliness. I've gone on plenty of trips with the kids by myself, with David being the one to stay home, but rarely has he had to go on a trip and leave us here. My trips always involve visiting family and friends, so though I'm not with David, I'm not all alone either.

I have much sympathy for the wives of men who have to travel a lot (or even a little) for their jobs, leaving them home alone with the children. I don't know how they do it. For believers, God must give grace to handle one day at a time.

Even though I'm usually home with the kids all day, and David is at work, I still get to see him in the morning and evening, and often for lunch. But to know that I can't do that for several days... It reminds me of grief, a thing that could so easily swallow you up and keep you from being faithful in your necessary duties of the day. I'm glad that when he goes on his business trip next week (Lord willing), his parents will be back in town, and maybe we can go to their house for supper some nights.