Getting Robbed...

This morning I went to my car to go to work, not noticing the shattered glass in the parking lot. I opened my trunk threw my laptop in with the rest of the junk, that somehow managed to look even messier. Then I got in the car, and got annoyed that Daniel left the glove compartment and arm rest open. And then I realized, someone broke into our car last night and robbed us. We were robbed of our ipods, some money and our snorkeling gear. And my joy...

We never take these things seiously when they happen to someone else. We question their feelings and actions. But when it happens to us, we finally understand. I spent all day feeling a little sad, a little violated, and a little grateful. But mostly just plain mad! What right does anyone have to break into MY personal space and steal something I worked for! None of that stuff belonged to them...it was all MINE! And how could God let it happen? He's supposed to keep us, and our stuff safe....right? I've prayed for my car...didn't he hear me?

After spending all night at the police station, my head is a little clearer. Now I'm mostly feeling thankful. Things could have been much worse. I could have left my laptop in the trunk, or they could have stolen the entire car. They could have broken into our home, or hurt one of us.

And on top of that, I'm grateful for the gifts those stole items gave me. Like that day Daniel and I sent snorkelling, and all of the times I have been blessed by the music on my ipod. Yes, I have a lot to be thankful for.

After such a long day, I came home to neighbors who care about us, who were willing to come out of their home to help us patch up our window and reassure us things would be all right. And now, as I type I can hear them praying and singing to God. And I can only say thank you. Thank you God for surrounding me with people who love you! Thank you for keeping us all safe! Thank you for my amazing husband who stands by my side through it all!

And hey God? You know those tracts that look like money they also stole from our car? Can you please use it to show my car thief your love?