I’m Misty. I’m a born-again Christian lady, seeking to joyfully fulfill God’s calling to be a keeper at home! For me, this special calling entails being the proud wife to Tommy, the very busy mom to Sassy (7) and Scout (6), a homemaker, and homeschooling mom.
I have not always stayed at home. Before having children, I had a career that I enjoyed very much. Both my husband and I were enjoying our chosen professions and the influx of income each provided. I imagined that I would always work and that my children would attend a private Christian school. I had it all planned out (emphasis on the word “I”).
Eventually, I became pregnant. Yes, it was very much planned, but the Lord must have had another plan because I miscarried that precious baby. That child must have been quite special for the Lord to want him/her back so soon. God was not to leave me heartbroken for long, because I became pregnant again soon after and would give birth to a beautiful baby girl.
After giving birth to our daughter, I returned to work as scheduled. At this time, my sweet mother was keeping the baby, but I was doing my research trying to determine which day care would be best. As luck would have it one of the best was near my office! My plan was right on track!
Then, the unexpected happened. Shortly after returning to work, I discovered that the Lord had blessed us with another miracle. I was pregnant again! It wouldn’t be long before the Lord would begin to unfold His plan…not mine… and completely change our lives.
As I carried our little boy in my womb, I began to feel in my heart that I wanted to stay home with these precious babies. I felt led to be a stay at home mom, but how in the world could I walk away from my career and the significant income it provided? One morning as I commuted to work, I was in prayer and asked the Lord, “Will I ever be able to stay at home with my babies?” No audible voice answered. Then, I arrived at the office where my answer was waiting. I was told the company was going through a “reorganization” and my position as well as many others would be moved five hours away. Moving wasn’t really an option. So, one month before our little boy was born I received my severance package, and I was at home sweet home.
I have been at home since 2004, and it has been quite the journey! God’s plan has continued to unfold from day to day. I remember the day He unfolded yet another part of His plan, and we became a home school family. First, my husband felt the leading to home school, and I felt uncertainty. However, after much prayer and research the Lord’s leading was clear and I knew that He would equip me to teach our children. Let me say, that homeschooling has been such a blessing to our family. The Lord knows what He is doing!
My Heavenly Father is constantly teaching me how to be a godly wife and mother, how to keep our home, how to teach our children and how to minister to my family. He is the potter and I am the clay and I’m simply trying to be available to be molded by His hands.
I’ve learned that God’s ways are not our ways and His plans are not my plans…they are even better!
Join me as I share my experiences as I fulfill my joyful calling!
