Being Thankful?

I feel like in a way it takes a special holiday for us all to share what we're thankful for. Seriously. and this bothers me. Why can't we all be encouraging, uplifting and thankful all year long?
My new goal: When I see something I am thankful for I will try to praise the Lord that very instant!

When it comes to being thankful, I have so much to be thankful for. . . I know I am cliche. but it's ever so true.

- The first thing I think of is my family. My sister and brother-in-law are in town from Alabama this week. We had a family dinner on Sunday, by the end of the conversation not only did my family of seven all cry but pray for one another. How unique is this? We all shared our struggles, frustrations and joys of the past six months and then loved each other. It was so pure and beautiful. So comforting. So from God.

- I have a group of six best friends, all growing up together. We have seen each other through everything, both bad and good. & non of us are alike in all aspects. All different. Different backgrounds, looks, passions, interests, dance moves:) but the one thing that remains is our love for Christ. We all desire to be women of God and because of this we can be accountable to one another and simply be there. I can't fully explain the amount of thankfulness I have for these women, there is no one like you six and for this all I want to do is love you more and more.

- I am so thankful for my church. The Grove has provided me with almost nineteen years of love. I have learned who I am there. I have learned how to have a faith not based on my parents, pastors or people but solely with Christ. And not only have I worked in so many different areas, but I have seen the LORD work in so many different areas. I am so blessed to be apart of something so real.

- CBU. Simply put, college has been the most amazing blessing to me. I love going to class and praying before. I love being surrounded by people who want to learn, who want to serve and have meaningful conversations. The friendships I have already formed are beautiful. I feel such a peace with going there. And, It is so exciting to be going to school for something I am passionate about! Everything about the future leaves me in awe. it's so endless, so lovely, so exciting!


So today, I am cliche in saying "I'm so thankful!" but really. I am, and I can't be ashamed of this. :)


"Lord, you have been our dwelling place throughout all generations. Before the mountains were born, or you brought forth the earth and the world. From everlasting to everlasting you are God." psalm 91:1-2.
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Blessings!

I wish we could all just understand.

Growing up as a kid how did you picture what your life was going to turn out like? A hardworking husband a nice picket fence, four kids and a mini van? Because we all know that the typical American family is suppose to be loving warm and encouraging, right? In many cases this is what we picture our lives to be, or more hope. On dictionary.com the definition for American dream is, “ A life of personal happiness and material comfort.” What exactly is true happiness though and how can we constantly be content there?

When thinking about the “American Dream” I can’t help but laugh. In all reality, happiness is short term and short lived. We are happy in the morning because we got an A on our Anatomy exam, but by evening we are crying because one of our friends isn’t talking to us. Circumstances happen, and people’s emotions are quickly changed. So how exactly is every American living there dream? In reality there probably isn’t one American living their ultimate dream. And in trying to go to material comfort for more happiness we are simply saying goodbye to our hard earned dollars for an emptiness that isn’t getting us anywhere. We are at a constant struggle in trying to find happiness, but in reality I believe our country is some of the most lost people. We all need a huge reality check into what this world is truly about and why we were actually made.

well,

today has been odd. i don't enjoy days like this. i'm even wearing blue nail polish.

I love phone dates with my jessy. she makes me feel so much better. and i am so happy for her. : ) she deserves thee absolute best.

I leave with the hope that my day gets better. bah

These past few days,

How in the world is it November? Seriously. Labor day has passed. Halloween is gone for another 363 days. & Thanksgiving is coming up. I feel like time passes way too quickly. it kind of scares me. It's like so much needs to be done, achieved, read, people to reach and then two months pass & I start to see "santa's comin' to town signs". Which is something I have been struggling with lately. I think way too far into the future. I plan, I analyze, I wonder and then ruin everything "now". I then have to look at what the Lord is placing in my life right now. The people, new friends, my junior high girls. So much to be looked at. and this is overwhelming to me. Why should I be though? God has placed all of these things into my life at the moment, and yes I can't say yes to everything nor please everyone.

Yesterday I wrote down over twenty things in my life that need serious prayer about. Yes, it is a tad overwhelming and all aren't crazy revival sorts but simply just people or thoughts of mine. I came to a conclusion that although the Lord doesn't answer all of these in my timing, pace or how I would like it he does it perfectly. Why do I so often forget this too? and then I fall on the floor and deep admiration thinking however could I second guess him. But I did come to a huge realization that I can never turn back. I am too in love with Christ. I see how glorious living for him is, yes extremely difficult at times or fun but so fulfilling! He has graced us with forgiveness and wants to be wanted more than anything. He wants to be called on and told that we love him.

So I pray this week can bring patience upon myself. Direct love to the Father and understanding that anything worth while takes time.

"I am your servant to bring you glory"

this is my prayer.