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Kelsey Aldinger's avatar

I loved reading this! I totally agree with what you said about learning more about God in our difficult, long seasons of waiting, but sometimes I need the reminder to appreciate the smaller, seemingly less significant moments of waiting in my daily life.

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Wendy Mengel's avatar

Thank you Kelsey!

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Olivia Lake's avatar

I love hearing about the simple, ordinary moments with strangers you have noticed that stuck with you. It’s funny how we carry ourselves in the everyday, and in seasons of waiting, can have an impact on so much.

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Wendy Mengel's avatar

I like how you said that - how am I carrying myself in this waiting?

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Aly Prades's avatar

I also have a very hard time waiting and being still. I love that you took the time to write down these moments you witnessed as you slowed down. The older couple at Target!

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Wendy Mengel's avatar

Thanks Aly! Gosh they were so sweet.

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Becca Stone's avatar

I love the moments you got to experience when chose to wait well (which is hard) and the lessons you reflected on when you were in the waiting.

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Wendy Mengel's avatar

Thanks Becca ❤️

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ashley d. holston's avatar

The Psalm at the end is one I have been clinging to!! Thanks so much for sharing your words!!!

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Wendy Mengel's avatar

Thanks Ashley! I think that one is my next tattoo.

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Lindsay Fauver's avatar

“Maybe a reminder that life isn’t all about me.” YES!

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Wendy Mengel's avatar

Thanks Lindsay!

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Lani Whitley's avatar

Good thoughts Wend! We need to lean into the “waits” more intentionally and find treasures in them. Love you 🥰

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Kim Lilley's avatar

"What I know is that, in big seasons of waiting in my life, I have heard God’s voice more than in the happy and carefree times." So true.... beautiful words all around!

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