Today Rod and I had a collision of needs. I am really feeling a need to finish this project up. Now. Rod has an ongoing need to be thinking of the next project down the road, and the one after that. So he spent time today spray painting orange on the grass in the backyard where he wants to put a flower bed in the spring. (I am not making this up.)
In search of being DONE, here are some samples of what I’ve said to Rod in the last few days:
“Honey, the old refrigerator is still in the front bedroom. Who did you say is coming by to get it?”
“There’s that tiny place on the floor that I know they still plan to fix. Should we go ahead and move the piano there anyway? I sure miss playing the piano.”
“We still need the shelves for the cabinet in the laundry room. Are you checking on that?
“Oh, and don’t forget to make that call about the refrigerator.”
“Who’s going to paint around the new windows in the bathrooms?”
“Did you tell them about the problem with the light fixture in the kitchen?”
“THE REFRIGERATOR IS STILL IN THE FRONT BEDROOM!!!!!!”
Note: all of the above were said with sweet, honeyed tones conveying my utmost respect for my sweet husband. OK, I lied. About one half of the above were said with sweet tones. The last one was probably either shouted or else growled through clenched jaws.
Ah, the feeling of being DONE. Putting the last book on the bookshelf. Wiping down the new granite knowing there won’t be any more sawdust or drywall particles floating through the air. I can’t wait.
Lord, give me patience. Help me keep an attitude of thankfulness. What an amazing experience. Thank you, Father.
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