Absence Makes the Heart Grow Fonder...?

Thanks to all of you who have e-mailed, texted, or left comments to find out how I’m doing. I am so grateful for each of you! Just so you know, I did not drop off the face of the earth. I wish I had time to write the whole story (stay tuned for the book! :-)), but here’s a very brief synopsis of what has been going on in my life the last nine weeks.

On August 21, God brought Julian Weber to my doorstep. Literally. He spent about 5 hours talking with my dad, sharing his story, and ultimately asking for permission to pursue a relationship with me. Life has been a whirlwind since that day, and as of October 4, I am engaged to a man I have come to love with all my heart.

Through many challenges leading up to and following the death of his first wife, God has walked with Julian and his four children (whom I have also grown to love very dearly!) and brought amazing redemption and restoration in his life. Though different on the surface, God has so faithfully and lovingly walked with me for 30+ years, building a foundation in my life and preparing me for this exciting new adventure! We praise God for all that He has done and is doing in our lives, and would love your prayers as we prepare for our wedding on December 21.

“This is the LORD’s doing; it is marvelous in our eyes.” Psalm 118:23

In light of this, I hope you’ll forgive my long absence from the blog and any negligence in responding to e-mails. It’s about all I can do to keep up with the studio and teaching, various other responsibilities, planning a wedding, and preparing to be a wife and mother in a couple of months. But I am loving the adventure and am confident that this is what God has called me to do. I do look forward to continuing Music Matters Blog, and have so much I’d love to share with you as soon as I am able!

Comments

Marley Mozart says

December 7, 2013 at 3:20 pm

Enjoy your site and glad there are others who are sharing music and offering quality music resources for all ages.
Thank you! and Congratulations!
MM
Bethany says

December 12, 2013 at 12:49 pm

Congratulations!
Gracie Payne says

December 27, 2013 at 6:56 pm

I’m so happy for you. You are such a good teacher and a very special Daughter of God. I wish you the best in your new life and thank you for all you share with all of us.
God bless!
Jenny Boster says

January 4, 2014 at 12:03 pm

Wow! Congratulations! 🙂
NAW says

January 17, 2014 at 4:55 pm

Congratulations, Natalie! So happy for you! Thanks for sharing your special day!

Good to se you back.
Daisy says

October 29, 2016 at 8:43 am

I like the Rhythm and beat games