In some regions, the day lost its political flavor, and became simply an occasion for men to express their love for women in a way somewhat similar to a mixture of Mother's Day and Valentine's Day. In other regions, however, the original political and human rights theme designated by the United Nations runs strong, and political and social awareness of the struggles of women worldwide are brought out and examined in a hopeful manner. (taken from Wikipedia)
Moldova recognizes International Women's Day as a "day of rest" or a public holiday. Yes, I know this is a good thing for the world, but it is a bad thing for me and my ever-increasing need for others throughout the world to share my sense of urgency about matching us with our little one(s). Instead of being frustrated that there is one less day for someone to seek out the babe who needs big hugs from the Hamptons, my plan is to also take a day of "mental rest" from waiting on this process. My "Women's Day" will be about stillness. I am going to make an appointment with myself to just be still in prayer and open to God's direction.
Next public holidays to anticipate...May 1 is Labor Day. Orthodox Easter is May 5, which means they have a public holiday on May 6 for Orthodox Easter Monday.
One kind of positive note...they don't "spring forward" this weekend in Moldova like we do, so that is a whole other hour that isn't being lost until March 31...follow me?
A glimpse of my boys being "still." I often go to tuck little ones in and find that Gavin has climbed into bed with Elliot. I don't think Elliot even knows about it. Too sweet.
He says, "Be still and know that I am God."
Psalm 46:10
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