Prayer Fast

I'm on Day 3 of a 5 day 'prayer fast'. I've never (at least I don't remember) fasted before. I know there are all different types of fasts...I have chosen a liquid only fast and it is not easy!

There are a few different reasons I've decided (or accepted the challenge from the Lord) to fast--mostly, there are just many things that need prayer. So, when I'm hungry, instead of eating, I pray.

Day 1 was kind of easy. The hardest thing I think, was focusing on not accidentally eating something. I was busy most of the day and distracted......well, until I went to Lucas' Dessert Banquet.....nothing a little gum couldn't solve. :) I did start to get really hungry at bedtime though. I prayed, drank some water and a bit of SlimFast and went to sleep. I slept the ENTIRE night! It's been awhile since I've done that. I was encouraged and excited.

Day 2 was a little more rough. There were many prayers, but I was still pretty busy and so didn't really have time to think about being hungry. Bedtime was a bit harder....I was STARVING! Prayed and prayed and prayed some more. Drank some water and SlimFast, again....still, hungry. Didn't sleep well at all. Emily had a rough night and I was hungry.

Today, is by far the most difficult. I'd say I'm pretty irritable and it's difficult to pray and focus, especially with the kids running around all crazy. Well, I only have a couple days left and I'm sure it will all be worth it. For now....I'm so hungry.....

If you have any prayer requests, let me know. The trend seems to indicated the longer I go, the more prayers I pray!