New beginnings. It kinda comes with the territory when you think of the new year. For my family and I,  the new year is bringing many new changes for my family. I wish it was as simple as new year resolutions for us, but unfortunately this year it's quite more in-depth with a move, a career change and beginning a new life. As we hang out in limbo, having an extended visit with family, I can't help but be overwhelmed with emotion; missing the life we left in VA, anticipating what is to come and embracing the here and now with the ones I love. Life isn't always black and white. It can get a little messy (okay a lot messy) and sometimes we just need to know someone understands, that someone is there. As a military wife that can be hard to come by in an area that is not associated with the military. People don't get it. My poor son was getting a little over chatty with the friendly lady at the grocery store, telling her about our recent move from VA, how we'll be here a few months before we move on to our next new home. She looked so perplexed and gave me a look of pity. It's a common response when we meet new people here. The idea of moving every 2-3 years, traveling and being separated from your loved ones seems like a hard burden to carry when you are not used to it. Sure, it's gotten me a few extra military discounts but at the end of the day it can get a bit lonely. So, as I was on a run recently unloading all my cares and concerns on God he was quick to remind me that I'm not alone, that he loves me and if anyone can understand it's Jesus.

Sometimes we just need to be reminded that we aren't alone. That we have a father in heaven that not only hears our prayers but can sympathize with our struggles. I love what Psalm 86:6 says, " Give ear, O Lord, to my prayer; And attend to the voice of my supplications. In the day of my trouble I will call upon you, For you will answer me." When we talk, He listens. When we feel alone like no one understands, He does. When we need to be comforted, He comforts. We are never alone, even when we feel like the whole world is against us, we can depend on the greatest Comforter of all. So don't fret my beautiful friend. No matter what you are going through, no matter what burden you carry deep in your heart, be reminded today that you are never alone.