Coming Clean

This a bleg.

Pray for my family and for me. Especially as the week draws to a close.

As I mentioned before, I’ve been living with a sense that life isn’t quite right. To further give myself time for prayer and discernment on the matter, I signed myself up for a silent retreat.

Specifically, if you have the time, I would appreciate prayers for the following:

that I leave my household this weekend in as much good order as I can, to minimize stress on my wife and children during my absence.
patience and peace in my household during my absence. With an almost-three year old in the house, this prayer is pretty much welcomed anytime, anyways.
that I am prepared mentally and spiritually for this weekend. I know I’m pretty much not, and that’s probably as prepared as I’m going to get … but maybe a few nuggets of wisdom might fall across my path to give me other points of meditation for the week.
that my time is fruitful. That whatever it is I’m seeking and/or is my calling, I find or, at the least, come closer to it. Furthermore, I’m seeking to discern two things: changing jobs and another matter that in many ways could be life changing for everyone around me and close to me. Namely, I want to be certain that my selfishness and pride are in check, that I’m acting wisely, that I’m not letting fear hamper me, and that I am above all being a faithful follower.
lastly, and above all, that my wife and I are communicating openly and freely. we both believe we are, but fear, uncertainty, and doubt are sneaky enemies. they creep in and lay down their claws all the while telling you it is nothing until you realize they mean very much to you. I enjoy a great openness with my wife, one I offer many praises for, and I hope and pray that it continues.

Thank you, and God bless.