In the last twelve months, I've found my life to be quite a whirlwind. Falling in love. Quitting jobs. Moving states. Starting new jobs. Getting engaged. Getting married. Moving again. It's been an incredible adventure and I'm not even the least bit sorry that I am where I am currently.
That said, this adventure has not been without its challenges. Marriage in and of itself is enough of a challenge. Worth it, for sure, but challenging nonetheless. Add in the fact that I'm learning the ropes of Army life as well and that just ups the ante all around.
I can't tell you what I would've given in the last year alone to have someone walk with me, day-by-day, step-by-step, the process of becoming a wife and acclimating to Army life. Not only that, but to do it with a Biblical, Godly perspective. There have been plenty of times--moments, hours, WEEKS--that I've been desperate for that. Desperate for a friendship, a mentorship, a quiet mouth and a listening ear that has maybe been here and done this before or that is in the same spot as I am, and looking for the same companionship along the way.
Don't get me wrong: I've got support and encouragement. I have wonderful, Godly women in my life that offer continual wisdom, encouragement, and prayers. But I've struggled to find someone at the same stage to share with.
I've spent countless hours reading various blogs on marriage, Army life, being a Godly wife, etc. But I've yet to find something that combines all of those elements together. After multiple temper tantrums and pity parties, I was finally quiet enough to hear the Lord's challenge. If I so badly longed for a community of wives like me--wives struggling to find/define their role, balance their lives, support their husbands--why didn't I initiate something? Why didn't I create a place for that to happen?
And here I am. Writing this post on a cold November Saturday. It's a leap of faith. I have many an insecurity tied up in starting something like this. But I'm determined to follow the Lord's prompting. I'm determined to do my best to encourage and connect other wives in a situation similar to mine. And I'm hopeful that it will be successful, whatever that may look like.
Without any further adieu, welcome to Prayers of a Warrior's Wife!
XO,
Jessica
