Things I Could be Doing at 5am

1. Sleeping (this is what I was hoping to be doing ... at least until 6am ... but instead I've been awake since about 4am).
2. Taking care of sick children (thankfully no one has thrown up since midnight).
3. Blogging (guess that's what I'm doing right now).
4. Facebook (did that briefly).
5. Working on the family finances (haven't been able to get to it yet this week).
6. Making dinner for this evening (but I'm afraid it's a bit too early and I'd wake the family up).
7. Taking a walk (yes, that is a serious consideration ... but maybe I'll wait for sunrise).
8. Taking a shower (see #6).
9. Nursing a baby (that's what I anticipate doing in about 13 weeks!)
10. Listening to Daily Audio Bible and praying.

I think I'll opt for #10. We'll see how the Lord leads from there.

You know, Lord, that we have been sick this week. You know how much sleep You made me to need. You know that I went to bed at midnight last night, turning off my alarm and trusting You to wake me at the right time. You woke me before 4am. I don't know what You have in mind for today, but please fill me with Your love and strengthen me by Your grace. I love You and trust You.