Scary

I can't believe that I am working tomorrow. I love working and my job, but it is so stressful at times, especially the night before you go in. Then I am flying (and that is a little scary) plus I am in the middle of writing a note to an old boyfriend. Trying to move on and confront him with some stuff and that is no fun.

This week I took a road trip with my Aunt and her friend. We visited a dying man who most people would consinder "white trash". But he had a good heart and although the trailer wasn't the cleaniess and their language was worse, they are good people just trying to survie in the world. How do people live so differently?

The Blessings of Friends

How come I am blessed with such amazing friends? Such a priceless gift. Even though we rarely see each other I hope to always stay in contact with the remnants. Not only do we have grand adventures, I have learn so much from each one. They have helped me to see the world from different eyes.

This past week we took a road trip. Yep! A grand adventure I must say. =0) Especially since no one is ever in a rush which is quite the opposite of my personality. No worries though...I think we left only three hours after the planned time. Playing soccer at rest stops and enjoying the scenery, we arrived at the east coast by 6am. I couldn't sleep in the car and drove most of the way...looking at the mountains through the darkness and loving the chance to catch up with old friends. I can't believe the time has come and gone.

Some of the adventures:
Never knowing where we were going, but always finding our way
having a Philly sandwich at the place and buy pants for Gar at GaP! Yes, I am a bargain shopper!
The rain pouring down and the wedding
Late night hikes through a tunnel and catching a fish with hands and having a policeman question us
Digging my face into a cake to get it with my mouth
Water fountains through my teeth
Having great times with God
Swimming at Peter's
Cooking disasters...from pressure cooker to baked Alaska to burned pans
The "Grady" bunch pictures
Eating at the Thai Restaurant
Late night walk at the college
Eating breakfast outside
Walking
Picnic in the car as the rain poured and having my battery die for the first time

Okay well those are just some of the fun highlights. I should write more, but it is getting late and I am off the neighbor state tomorrow.

-Friends is what makes memories special, not what you do
-It's important to give concrete examples and not talk in broad terms
-I want to be a person that freely gives her money to others
-Patience and enjoying the moment are so important

Okay well I am off. I am so blessed to have these friends.

Proverbs 3:5

Proverbs 3:5 is a verse that I have known all my life, yet recently it has become alive to me and I believe fits this blog ever so well.

Constant motion...all around me. I am having a great summer filled with activity. This weekend, on top of work, my Grandparents, sister and Aunt were here. We celebrated my Grandpa's 80th B-day and had an open house for our new abode. I also went downtown too see a beautiful display of sidewalk chart art. This is just the weekend. Last week, a dear friend visited from out of state. This week is a festival and then I leave for out east and oh yeah...did I forget to mention that my sister is doing an inner city mission event this week and I can't wait to help! It's for kids! I just got back for Canada and after out east I must prepare for Europe!

Each one of these events are amazing and could make for a memorable summer. They are all swished together though and I just keep going. Canada has caused me to realize that I need to reflect more...instead of just getting caught up in the excitement and then moving on. When a person doesn't reflect, they don't change or grow or learn much. Bad. In addition, I believe God is showing me that I need to slow down. This became clear when I had the opportunity to go to Africa this fall. But I am not ready. I came home to grow and make connections and that will not be finished by the fall. My heart longs to go, but I must stay. I think this running life style…although fun…makes me “run away” from reflecting, growing and focusing on areas in my life that need improvement.

Richness

I am wealthy. The opportunities, time and activities that I experience make me rich. Today was a magnificent day filled with memories galore. Working till early this AM, it was a busy and stressful night. At times I wonder what I am doing, but once again at the end of my shift I leave feeling satisfied. I love people so much. I finally got to bed around 5am. Just in time to call a friend and wish her a "Good Morning!". After a few hours of sleep, I said good bye to Rae before she got on a plane to Europe and a new life! Then it was off to a fantastic church picnic. So many people I adore all around me. Jumping on the Moonwalk, meeting new people and catching up with old friends…and attempting coffee once more. Still the taste is too bitter. =0) Then off to swimming...in my jeans and t-shirt... Lots of laughing and diving and swimming and just trying to be creative. Afterwards I ate dinner with another dear friend from college before going home and watching fireworks in my front yard with my sister. These weren’t the little ones, but were HUGE…vibrant exploding colors in the sky with loud “BOOMS” that hit the core. What an amazing day! And that was just today.