By Patti Hutton
The year I turned 50, everything seemed to change at once. Our oldest son graduated from college and got married, our second son and only daughter headed off to college, and our youngest son found new independence with getting his driver’s license.
I was genuinely happy and proud of our children, excited for all that was ahead for them, but my mom-heart ached. How could this chapter be over so soon? Their lives were brimming with hope and anticipation for the future, while mine felt quiet and empty, longing for the past. Raising them was one of my greatest joys, and now it seemed nobody needed me anymore.
I found myself a little lost, asking the Lord, “What’s next for my life?” His gentle response: “Do you trust Me? I’m not done with you yet.”
