So, today was a bit busy for me. First, I went to work in the morning like usual, but when I returned home, my new dryer arrived just as we pulled in the driveway. We waited for him to remove the old one (which will be donated to Habitat for Humanity – because it still works, we just got a new one to go with our new washing machine). Then, a couple of hours later, the pesticide specialist arrived. I’ve had issues with carpenter ants and carpenter bees – they really like my home for some reason. They leave my plants alone, but eat the wood frame of my home. He took some time spraying and we had a nice chat. It was certainly an abruptly different day. I did make progress weeding the yard. I’m not done and I won’t be until dandelion season is over – but I still feel good because I have fewer weeds than the surrounding yards. It’s nice to see the payout of hard work. I have more reading and writing to do tonight; and I’m still working on some yarn crafts and sewing. I want to use up my scraps (of both yarn and fabric). I’m also potting my seeds as they grow roots. These are all perfect projects for COVID…
I started reading Esther this week – I read chapter 2 today (when Esther is chosen as queen) and I’m reading chapter 3 tomorrow. (when Haman’s plot agains the Jews is unveiled). It’s my favorite book in the Bible – Esther showed such bravery and it is inspiring to me. I love how she is portrayed. She went through such difficulty losing her parents at a young age and having her uncle raise her to become a woman who could stand strong in the depths of terror – as doom was proclaimed for her and her people. It would have come to pass if she hadn’t had the bravery to enter into the presence of the king uninvited – putting her own life on the line to save the lives of those who were not in a position to speak for themselves. I’m not there yet, but I love how the story builds and unfolds. It’s gripping and so enjoyable and encouraging to read.
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