Tender Mercies

That's a phrase from scripture that was included in a talk from one of the leaders of my church. It's essentially a 'happy coincidence,' except he and I believe they come from God. He loves us and shows us in big ways, and in these small ones. #1: I could not find my keys. This, unfortunately is a regular problem, but I was a little more anxious this morning, because I needed to get Joe to preschool. I looked in all my pockets, on the counter, in the bedrooms, then thought they might be in the car. The thought immediately following was, "It doesn't matter, because it will be locked. Well, lo and behold, the front door was open (also grateful that nothing was stolen) and my keys were in between the front seats. Yay! The kids and I prayed thanks. #2: While Joe was at preschool, I combed through my pile of papers (throwing away about 75%) looking for the mail key. (Insert sheepish nod) So, the corner of my counter is clean, but no key. Drew and I 'happened' to be playing outside when the mail carrier arrived, and he gave us our mail. The mail included cards from Grandma Folsom and Nana, as well as a book for Joe's birthday. I went to the magnet board we have and took down the Valentines to put up the cards, and hanging on one of the magnets was the mail key! Fabulous idea from my husband, and now I'm in the loop. So happy! and so grateful!