Definition of restore: To establish something back to the way God intended it to be. If you took a stethoscope to my heart today you would hear the heartbeat of a heart that has been restored. If you looked at my heart, you would see scars- but they are glorious. They show the signs of a heart that was shattered to pieces, it looked impossible to repair, but I can say that it has not only been healed but restored to the way it was created it to be. There are promises that I received from the Lord in my darkest moments. Things I wouldn't dare say out loud because they seemed so far fetched... so I journalled them down instead and prayed with faith that God is the promise keeper. So.... all that to say. I am so excited! I am filled with joy in my heart. Drum roll...........Oscar booked the chapel and gave me a beautiful new ring and has asked if I would reaffirm our wedding vows for our 10 year wedding anniversary this fall. The healing that has taken place is worth celebrating and I am so amazed at God's faithfulness. There are moments when things look so dark- so depressing- so impossible- but our hope is in Him. If we keep our eyes fixed on Him, we will see that He can take horrible tragedies and circumstances and use them for good -if we surrender to Him... if we trust Him with our hearts.... no matter how bruised, beaten or shattered they may be. He is my Healer, Redeemer, Father, Friend, Comfort, my Song, My Love, my Breath- My everything.