Dearest Jesus,
I know it has been so long since I’ve written, but I know you understand, since you have a lot going on, too. Today has been so uneventful and quiet that, in funny way, I felt compelled to make a little contact. It’s perfect because you’ve always been a great listener when I’ve prayed in the past!
A few weeks ago, a friend told a joke and I was reminded of how you have always been there for me. There were those seemingly endless months where my kid would scream ear piercingly everyday without end – my wife and I searched the internet, read books, took him to the doctor, changed parenting styles and when none of it worked, we prayed and you were there to temper his temper. We’ve had relative peace ever since!
And that time when the internet went down and the kids were watching the TV – I thought that I’d have to watch paint dry, but I saw my Bible on the shelf and realized that, like the most reliable friend, you were there for me. It always brings warmth to my heart knowing that I’ll never be at a loss for something to do since I can pray when all else fails.
One of my favorite things is that you are so unassuming! Whenever I do pray, you listen to all of my frustrations and problems – even the occasional ‘thank you’ – and never ask anything of me in return. It’s so good to have someone that will just let me vent without telling me to take responsibility. I get enough of that from my friends and family. And Pope Francis, who, quite frankly, doesn’t seem to know you as well as I do.
Gtg – Dancing With the Stars is on!