So, it's Saturday...and my day has been pretty great so far. I woke up around 6:30 with Kyle and ate WAFFLES for breakfast! That was a great way to start out the morning. We headed to Starbucks because Kyle had work! The past 8 months he has been closing every single Saturday...so for him to have Saturday night off is fantastic! haha.
The original plan for me today was that I would hang around Starbucks until Kyle got off of work. I'm used to being here for long periods of time...but today I realized I really didn't want to be here for 8 hours doing nothing. So, I made a little POA (Plan of Action)...and then proceeded to follow that plan.
I went to Kroger and picked up some ingredients to make Keith and Alison baked ziti for dinner. They just had a baby, so Kyle thought it would be something nice that we could to do for them. I headed back to the Wilmore and picked up a couple of ingredients I forgot when I was at Kroger...haha.
Another part of my plan was to do LaUnDrY! (I don't even know why I just spelled it like that...I hate when people do that...) I sorted all of our linens and piled it all in two baskets. Being the muscle woman I am, I decided to take everything down at once...Detergent, dryer sheets, baskets with laundry inside, purse, and book. I successfully made it down stairs and to the laundromat...but realized I pulled a couple of muscles in my legs due to my ambitious act. It's really cause I'm lazy, and I couldn't bare to take two trips up and down the stairs. ha.
I did all the laundry then headed back to the apartment to cook the Walters' feast. I think it was my best baked ziti yet. I prepared and cooked everything very efficiently...this made me proud because I'm getting up to the skill level of my momma in the kitchen :-)...although I will never be as good as her. She is the most amazing cook ever!
I am now here back at Starbucks...lol. Kyle gets off at 4:30. Tonight we get to eat dinner with the Lyells and meet Stephanie's parents! I love those Lyells...
Anywho, this is my day so far...and again I have no clue why I just wrote all this useless information out. I haven't blogged like this in a while. Weird.
Peace out cub scout.
Saturday, May 29, 2010
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
Tenth Avenue North
I've got voices in my head and they are so strong.
And I'm getting sick of this, oh Lord, how long will I be haunted by the fear that I believe.
My hands like locks on cages of these dreams I can't set free. But if I let these dreams die, if I lay down all my wounded pride...will I find that letting go lets me come alive?
So empty my hands
Fill up my heart
Capture my mind with you
These voices speak instead that what's right is wrong...and I'm giving into them, please Lord, how long will I be held captive by the lies I believe. My heart's in constant chaos and it keeps me so deceived. But if I let these dreams die, if I could just lay down my dark desire. If I let these dreams die, will I find you brought me back to life...
My mind is like a building burning down. I need your grace to keep me from the ground.
And my heart is just a prisoner of war...a slave to what it wants and to what I'm fighting for.
And I'm getting sick of this, oh Lord, how long will I be haunted by the fear that I believe.
My hands like locks on cages of these dreams I can't set free. But if I let these dreams die, if I lay down all my wounded pride...will I find that letting go lets me come alive?
So empty my hands
Fill up my heart
Capture my mind with you
These voices speak instead that what's right is wrong...and I'm giving into them, please Lord, how long will I be held captive by the lies I believe. My heart's in constant chaos and it keeps me so deceived. But if I let these dreams die, if I could just lay down my dark desire. If I let these dreams die, will I find you brought me back to life...
My mind is like a building burning down. I need your grace to keep me from the ground.
And my heart is just a prisoner of war...a slave to what it wants and to what I'm fighting for.
Saturday, May 15, 2010
Hold On
It will find you at the bottom of a bottle It will find you at the needle's end It will find you when you beg and steal and borrow It will follow you into a stranger's bed It will find you when they serve you with the papers It will find you when the locks have changed again It will find you when you've called in all your favors It will meet you at the bridge's highest ledge So baby don't look down- it's a long way The sun will come around to a new day So hold on Love will find you Hold on He's right behind you now Just turn around And love will find you It will find you when the doctor's head is shaking It will find you in a boardroom mostly dead It will crawl into the foxhole where you're praying It will curl up in your halfway empty bed So baby don't believe that it's over Maybe you can't see 'round the corner To hang between two thieves in the darkness Love must believe you are worth it You're worth it
-NN
Saturday, May 01, 2010
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Thoughts in Captivity
Do you ever experience personal battles that you just can't seem to conquer? Do you feel like you ask God to help you overcome the struggle, the pain, the frustration, or whatever it may be, and you still find yourself at square one? I've been here for quite some time, but I've finally been able to see that perhaps it's not God who isn't helping me conquer it, but rather it is myself and my actions that are hindering the victory...
I've written a few blog entries that reveal I have been fighting a personal battle in the past several months. I haven't disclosed too much information about it, because it is personal after all. But to vaguely sum it up, it was just about two years ago that my heart was deeply hurt by two people in particular. My battle has been a plethora of things: the struggle to let the past go and instead dwelling on it, the struggle to truly forgive and forget, the struggle of being prideful and spiteful, the struggle of not wanting to accept what happened and being ok with it, the struggle of holding onto this past offense with the false and impossible hope of changing the outcome.
This whole ordeal has certainly been a process for me...a process that has revealed the ugly parts of my heart...as well as a process that is teaching me and shaping me to be a more beautiful reflection of my sweet Jesus.
God has used this situation to teach me how to be content and confident with the way I look, the way I'm made. Through it he has revealed to me that I desire too much control over my circumstances in life, and I need to learn to trust in His sovereignty a lot more than I ever have. He has revealed to me that we are all broken people who hurt one another, but there is enough of His grace to cover the wrongs we do towards one another...that meaning, I need to personally extend the beautiful gift of His grace towards these people who wronged me - and those who will wrong me in the future. He has shown me that he allows painful situations to happen to us so that we can learn to depend on His goodness, His love, His mercy, His deep compassion for us, His good plan, and His strength. Even though I do not like one bit of what happened in all of this, I am so thankful of where it has brought me. It took this painful experience to make me a better woman of faith, a better wife, a better friend. Sometimes I wish some of these painful things hadn't happened, but I'm starting to understand and believe that God allowed those things to happen so that the others involved in this situation could also be transformed. God really does take the stupid mistakes we make and turn them into learning opportunities. I guess the choice is ultimately ours to actually learn from the pain.
I feel like I have slowly but surely been learning from the pain. It is my prayer (and has been for quite some time) that I will finally be able to free ALL of this into the hands of my loving Father. I have been choosing to fight this battle...but it's already been conquered in the strength of Jesus. I think I am just now realizing that I must choose to take the victory that already has taken place because of Christ. I know that God would have been pleased if I had simply trusted in His goodness and His Word in the first place, and walked away at the start from this painful situation without a word or question. I would have not traveled this long road of personal pain if I had just accepted his grace, trusted His Word and His perfect plan to begin with.
But I have seen the beauty of his grace in my stubbornness to hold onto this battle, that I didn't have to fight. He has been with me through it all. He has heard every prayer - even the childish, immature ones. He has held me in the pain. But most importantly, he has guided my hand and heart through lessons that I desperately needed to learn.
Today, as I was writing in my journal about this situation, the Lord revealed to me something I need to practice (and obviously haven't been throughout all of this). He put two verses in my head.
The first verse he gave me was Philippians 4:8 - "Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable - if anything is excellent or praiseworthy - think about such things."
This is a command! And a command I have not been following...
The second verse he gave me was this:
2 Corinthians 10:5
"We demolish arguments and every pretension that sets itself up against the knowledge of God, and WE TAKE CAPTIVE EVERY thought to make is OBEDIENT to Christ."
I recently have been wondering why I still allow myself to think about the painful happenings of the past. I have been wondering why it has been so hard to finally let this all go and not think about it anymore. And through this verse, the Lord revealed to me that I have not been taking my thoughts captive. I have not been giving them to the Lord and putting them under His control. Any time I have had a memory about the hurtful reality of what happened, I have been dwelling on it and allowing it to explode. I allow a thought of something that happened two years ago to feel very current and fresh, as if it happened yesterday. I came across this beautiful explanation as I was doing some research about this certain passage.
"...we are to take our very thoughts captive. What happens to one in captivity? In the case of a caged bird, for example, the bird may no longer fly freely in the air; it may no longer alight in the trees; it no longer has the freedom to do as it wills. Hence, to take one's thoughts captive is not to allow them the freedom to wander where they wish to go. Taking them captive shuts down all thoughts that are not thoughts that God would wish us to have."
And what is really neat, is that the author of this statement writes,
"As people are still in the flesh, it is very difficult to accomplish this task 100%. We should strive to do so, and when we fail, we may claim the Blood of Jesus to cover our sins."
And he continues..."I have found a sure-fire way of taking such thoughts captive. Paul tells us how in Philippians 4:8-9... "Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things. Those things, which ye have both learned, and received, and heard, and seen in me, do: and the God of peace shall be with you.""
How beautiful! These two verses that God gave to me prior to even coming across this person's website, go hand in hand! The Lord has revealed to me that whenever I get a thought about the painful past, I need to hand it over to Him. I need to take it captive and not give it room to explode into more memories of the past. I need to put it immediately in His care. But that is not the end of it, I need to then replace the thought that I have given to the Lord, with a thought that is characteristic of what is outlined in Philippians 8. True thoughts, honest thoughts, just and right thoughts, pure thoughts, lovely thoughts. Virtuous thoughts, praiseworthy thoughts! And as a result not only with God's peace be with me...but the actual person and presence of the GOD OF PEACE will be with me.
I am so thankful for how the Lord works...and even as I have been writing this entry he has reminded me of his faithfulness and love for me. Praise be you to Jesus who takes a mess and makes it a masterpiece.
Lord, I realize now that I'm thankful for this process you've allowed me to go through...while I think this particular process may soon be coming to a close, I look forward to how you still want to teach me. Help me to take every thought captive, and not just the thoughts that have to do with this particular experience. Thank you for this sweet victory in you! You are worthy to be praised!
I love you!
http://www.bibleword.org/captive.shtml
I've written a few blog entries that reveal I have been fighting a personal battle in the past several months. I haven't disclosed too much information about it, because it is personal after all. But to vaguely sum it up, it was just about two years ago that my heart was deeply hurt by two people in particular. My battle has been a plethora of things: the struggle to let the past go and instead dwelling on it, the struggle to truly forgive and forget, the struggle of being prideful and spiteful, the struggle of not wanting to accept what happened and being ok with it, the struggle of holding onto this past offense with the false and impossible hope of changing the outcome.
This whole ordeal has certainly been a process for me...a process that has revealed the ugly parts of my heart...as well as a process that is teaching me and shaping me to be a more beautiful reflection of my sweet Jesus.
God has used this situation to teach me how to be content and confident with the way I look, the way I'm made. Through it he has revealed to me that I desire too much control over my circumstances in life, and I need to learn to trust in His sovereignty a lot more than I ever have. He has revealed to me that we are all broken people who hurt one another, but there is enough of His grace to cover the wrongs we do towards one another...that meaning, I need to personally extend the beautiful gift of His grace towards these people who wronged me - and those who will wrong me in the future. He has shown me that he allows painful situations to happen to us so that we can learn to depend on His goodness, His love, His mercy, His deep compassion for us, His good plan, and His strength. Even though I do not like one bit of what happened in all of this, I am so thankful of where it has brought me. It took this painful experience to make me a better woman of faith, a better wife, a better friend. Sometimes I wish some of these painful things hadn't happened, but I'm starting to understand and believe that God allowed those things to happen so that the others involved in this situation could also be transformed. God really does take the stupid mistakes we make and turn them into learning opportunities. I guess the choice is ultimately ours to actually learn from the pain.
I feel like I have slowly but surely been learning from the pain. It is my prayer (and has been for quite some time) that I will finally be able to free ALL of this into the hands of my loving Father. I have been choosing to fight this battle...but it's already been conquered in the strength of Jesus. I think I am just now realizing that I must choose to take the victory that already has taken place because of Christ. I know that God would have been pleased if I had simply trusted in His goodness and His Word in the first place, and walked away at the start from this painful situation without a word or question. I would have not traveled this long road of personal pain if I had just accepted his grace, trusted His Word and His perfect plan to begin with.
But I have seen the beauty of his grace in my stubbornness to hold onto this battle, that I didn't have to fight. He has been with me through it all. He has heard every prayer - even the childish, immature ones. He has held me in the pain. But most importantly, he has guided my hand and heart through lessons that I desperately needed to learn.
Today, as I was writing in my journal about this situation, the Lord revealed to me something I need to practice (and obviously haven't been throughout all of this). He put two verses in my head.
The first verse he gave me was Philippians 4:8 - "Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable - if anything is excellent or praiseworthy - think about such things."
This is a command! And a command I have not been following...
The second verse he gave me was this:
2 Corinthians 10:5
"We demolish arguments and every pretension that sets itself up against the knowledge of God, and WE TAKE CAPTIVE EVERY thought to make is OBEDIENT to Christ."
I recently have been wondering why I still allow myself to think about the painful happenings of the past. I have been wondering why it has been so hard to finally let this all go and not think about it anymore. And through this verse, the Lord revealed to me that I have not been taking my thoughts captive. I have not been giving them to the Lord and putting them under His control. Any time I have had a memory about the hurtful reality of what happened, I have been dwelling on it and allowing it to explode. I allow a thought of something that happened two years ago to feel very current and fresh, as if it happened yesterday. I came across this beautiful explanation as I was doing some research about this certain passage.
"...we are to take our very thoughts captive. What happens to one in captivity? In the case of a caged bird, for example, the bird may no longer fly freely in the air; it may no longer alight in the trees; it no longer has the freedom to do as it wills. Hence, to take one's thoughts captive is not to allow them the freedom to wander where they wish to go. Taking them captive shuts down all thoughts that are not thoughts that God would wish us to have."
And what is really neat, is that the author of this statement writes,
"As people are still in the flesh, it is very difficult to accomplish this task 100%. We should strive to do so, and when we fail, we may claim the Blood of Jesus to cover our sins."
And he continues..."I have found a sure-fire way of taking such thoughts captive. Paul tells us how in Philippians 4:8-9... "Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things. Those things, which ye have both learned, and received, and heard, and seen in me, do: and the God of peace shall be with you.""
How beautiful! These two verses that God gave to me prior to even coming across this person's website, go hand in hand! The Lord has revealed to me that whenever I get a thought about the painful past, I need to hand it over to Him. I need to take it captive and not give it room to explode into more memories of the past. I need to put it immediately in His care. But that is not the end of it, I need to then replace the thought that I have given to the Lord, with a thought that is characteristic of what is outlined in Philippians 8. True thoughts, honest thoughts, just and right thoughts, pure thoughts, lovely thoughts. Virtuous thoughts, praiseworthy thoughts! And as a result not only with God's peace be with me...but the actual person and presence of the GOD OF PEACE will be with me.
I am so thankful for how the Lord works...and even as I have been writing this entry he has reminded me of his faithfulness and love for me. Praise be you to Jesus who takes a mess and makes it a masterpiece.
Lord, I realize now that I'm thankful for this process you've allowed me to go through...while I think this particular process may soon be coming to a close, I look forward to how you still want to teach me. Help me to take every thought captive, and not just the thoughts that have to do with this particular experience. Thank you for this sweet victory in you! You are worthy to be praised!
I love you!
http://www.bibleword.org/captive.shtml
Saturday, April 24, 2010
Eyes on the Cross by Denise Munton
Watch out, brothers, so that there won't be in any of you an evil, unbelieving heart that departs from the living God. But encourage each other daily, while it is still called today, so that none of you is hardened by sin's deception. Hebrews 3:12-13.
"Before I began to understand the Lord's grace, the sin of having a critical spirit was alive and well in me. I had it all figured out, even when I couldn't live up to the standards I set. I just couldn't figure out why other Christians didn't get it. Family, friends, you name it, the standards for Christian living had all been set for us - at least in my mind.
As the Holy Spirit revealed His grace, my heart melted. I immediately recognized my legalistic mindset that was hardening my heart and hindering my intimacy with the Lord. I had made a list of "don'ts" instead of living in the incredible "dos" the Lord had for me. I stopped looking at other people's splinters and saw the gigantic log in my eye. I was surprised at the freedom that came over me. I didn't have to worry about other people's so-called shortcomings anymore. That was between them and God.
The process of sanctification in a person's heart is very individual. And there was a lot of sanctification that needed to take place in me. All I had to do was allow the Lord to reveal my sin and then allow Him to cleanse me and change me. Instead of harboring a critical spirit that keeps me bound and miserable, I now can keep my eyes on the cross that keeps me free."
-Denise Munton
"Before I began to understand the Lord's grace, the sin of having a critical spirit was alive and well in me. I had it all figured out, even when I couldn't live up to the standards I set. I just couldn't figure out why other Christians didn't get it. Family, friends, you name it, the standards for Christian living had all been set for us - at least in my mind.
As the Holy Spirit revealed His grace, my heart melted. I immediately recognized my legalistic mindset that was hardening my heart and hindering my intimacy with the Lord. I had made a list of "don'ts" instead of living in the incredible "dos" the Lord had for me. I stopped looking at other people's splinters and saw the gigantic log in my eye. I was surprised at the freedom that came over me. I didn't have to worry about other people's so-called shortcomings anymore. That was between them and God.
The process of sanctification in a person's heart is very individual. And there was a lot of sanctification that needed to take place in me. All I had to do was allow the Lord to reveal my sin and then allow Him to cleanse me and change me. Instead of harboring a critical spirit that keeps me bound and miserable, I now can keep my eyes on the cross that keeps me free."
-Denise Munton
Sunday, April 04, 2010
Even though I walk through the valley of the death and dying...I will not fear.
Well it seems as if I haven't posted in a while, so here we go.
Kyle and I just got back from a trip to Clearwater, FL. The circumstances that brought us home were undesirable, however it was a blessing to be with family. My grandmommy passed away about 2 weeks ago, and we went home for her funeral. It was and still is very difficult to swallow the reality that she is gone. She originally went to the hospital for a somewhat common procedure (blood transfusion), but while she was there things all of a sudden went downhill. She already had a bad heart and lung, and various stress and infections she got while at the hospital took a final toll on her life. I did get a chance to talk with her on the phone...very briefly. It saddens my heart though that I did not get to see her while she was in the hospital...but what comforts me is that my last memory of her was at Christmastime, where she was doing very well and was her normal, loving, grandmotherly self. I miss her...a lot.
I have a really hard time with death. I mean, most normal people do...but the thought and reality of death and dying is really really hard for me to wrap my head and heart around. I know that when I die I will immediately be in the presence of Jesus Christ, but even in light of that truth, for some reason I still have a hard time being comforted and at peace with the process of dying. It really scares me. I guess it's just the realm of the unknown that is most scary. Even though my eternity is secure, the process of getting there is completely up in the air and out of my control...and I don't like that. I just pray that the Lord will give me the peace I need when this fear creeps in. Something that gives me a little comfort is that my grandmommy even admitted, "This dying thing is really hard to do." But she knew that the Lord would give her the strength she needed to face it. And he certainly did. She's with Him now! What's also pretty cool is that she is with Granddaddy too. I immediately pictured them embracing one another and dancing together. She really missed him these past 10 years...but not anymore.
I could keep writing about this topic...but I think that dwelling on it is making me frustrated and sad...so I think I'm just gonna leave this post at that.
I love you Grandmommy and look forward to the time when we get to be together again...and have a tea party. A really big one...
Kyle and I just got back from a trip to Clearwater, FL. The circumstances that brought us home were undesirable, however it was a blessing to be with family. My grandmommy passed away about 2 weeks ago, and we went home for her funeral. It was and still is very difficult to swallow the reality that she is gone. She originally went to the hospital for a somewhat common procedure (blood transfusion), but while she was there things all of a sudden went downhill. She already had a bad heart and lung, and various stress and infections she got while at the hospital took a final toll on her life. I did get a chance to talk with her on the phone...very briefly. It saddens my heart though that I did not get to see her while she was in the hospital...but what comforts me is that my last memory of her was at Christmastime, where she was doing very well and was her normal, loving, grandmotherly self. I miss her...a lot.
I have a really hard time with death. I mean, most normal people do...but the thought and reality of death and dying is really really hard for me to wrap my head and heart around. I know that when I die I will immediately be in the presence of Jesus Christ, but even in light of that truth, for some reason I still have a hard time being comforted and at peace with the process of dying. It really scares me. I guess it's just the realm of the unknown that is most scary. Even though my eternity is secure, the process of getting there is completely up in the air and out of my control...and I don't like that. I just pray that the Lord will give me the peace I need when this fear creeps in. Something that gives me a little comfort is that my grandmommy even admitted, "This dying thing is really hard to do." But she knew that the Lord would give her the strength she needed to face it. And he certainly did. She's with Him now! What's also pretty cool is that she is with Granddaddy too. I immediately pictured them embracing one another and dancing together. She really missed him these past 10 years...but not anymore.
I could keep writing about this topic...but I think that dwelling on it is making me frustrated and sad...so I think I'm just gonna leave this post at that.
I love you Grandmommy and look forward to the time when we get to be together again...and have a tea party. A really big one...
Saturday, March 13, 2010
Thursday, March 04, 2010
List!!!
I have been trying to use this blog for posts that have thought, meaning, etc. But, today I just can't help from writing about some good things that have made me excited and happy today. So here's a list!
1. I got paid today, and was reimbursed $77 that was taken out of my paychecks for health insurance that I didn't sign up for. Getting a paycheck gives me a very rewarding feeling!
2. I found out my work schedule for next week...and I have three days off in a row! That never happens! Although, it is somewhat sad (from the money standpoint) that I was cut 8 hours for the week...BUT, it is nice to get some time off every once and a while!
3. I applied for a position at the Seminary today. It is a Cashier/Housing Coordinator position. I know that the Lord has me at Cracker Barrel for a reason, but I know that I'm not supposed to be there forever. So this was a step of faith. I get nervous and anxious about new things and change...so I feel really good that I followed through with applying.
4. I saved 10 cents per gallon on gas today at Kroger!
5. Kyle surprised me with Pistachios and an energy bar when I got off work today! He is so thoughtful! (I LOVE Pistachios...ALOT!)
6. Kyle and I's trip to Nashville with Faceless International is coming up in 2 weeks!!! We are super excited to go and learn more about trafficking, and work with the refugees! Also, Nashville is awesome, and we get to enjoy the city while we are there!
7. My parents and Nicholas (and possibly JoWAY!) are coming to visit Kyle and I in 3 weeks!!! I am super excited to see them. I miss my family so much and many times wish I was still in Clearwater...but I know the Lord has Kyle and I here in KY for His purpose...so it's ok. Still doesn't mean I can't dream and search for apartments online in Pinellas County...:-)
8. The sun is shining BRIGHT today in Kentucky! It is so beautiful today...the wintry, drab weather is getting OLD. I'm getting pumped up for spring...the weekend is supposed to be in the mid 50s...which is WARM! Hopefully Kyle and I can go for a walk or bike ride.
9. This really sweet, old man named Bill is sitting next to me in Starbucks right now. He and I are buddies cause we are both here a lot. He holds much knowledge and wisdom, and it's really an honor for me to know him. I have a lot of respect for elderly people. They have so many neat life stories to share and valuable lessons to teach if you are a willing listener.
10. Sometimes I still can't believe that I am married to the ONE person that makes my heart do somersaults. I got to wake up today next to my best friend and have cereal with him before going to work! While He is not nor ever will be the One who fulfills my life...he certainly does make me a happy girl! I love you KDM.
That's it for now...I think I'm gonna do a crossword puzzle now, since those are my favorite. :-)
1. I got paid today, and was reimbursed $77 that was taken out of my paychecks for health insurance that I didn't sign up for. Getting a paycheck gives me a very rewarding feeling!
2. I found out my work schedule for next week...and I have three days off in a row! That never happens! Although, it is somewhat sad (from the money standpoint) that I was cut 8 hours for the week...BUT, it is nice to get some time off every once and a while!
3. I applied for a position at the Seminary today. It is a Cashier/Housing Coordinator position. I know that the Lord has me at Cracker Barrel for a reason, but I know that I'm not supposed to be there forever. So this was a step of faith. I get nervous and anxious about new things and change...so I feel really good that I followed through with applying.
4. I saved 10 cents per gallon on gas today at Kroger!
5. Kyle surprised me with Pistachios and an energy bar when I got off work today! He is so thoughtful! (I LOVE Pistachios...ALOT!)
6. Kyle and I's trip to Nashville with Faceless International is coming up in 2 weeks!!! We are super excited to go and learn more about trafficking, and work with the refugees! Also, Nashville is awesome, and we get to enjoy the city while we are there!
7. My parents and Nicholas (and possibly JoWAY!) are coming to visit Kyle and I in 3 weeks!!! I am super excited to see them. I miss my family so much and many times wish I was still in Clearwater...but I know the Lord has Kyle and I here in KY for His purpose...so it's ok. Still doesn't mean I can't dream and search for apartments online in Pinellas County...:-)
8. The sun is shining BRIGHT today in Kentucky! It is so beautiful today...the wintry, drab weather is getting OLD. I'm getting pumped up for spring...the weekend is supposed to be in the mid 50s...which is WARM! Hopefully Kyle and I can go for a walk or bike ride.
9. This really sweet, old man named Bill is sitting next to me in Starbucks right now. He and I are buddies cause we are both here a lot. He holds much knowledge and wisdom, and it's really an honor for me to know him. I have a lot of respect for elderly people. They have so many neat life stories to share and valuable lessons to teach if you are a willing listener.
10. Sometimes I still can't believe that I am married to the ONE person that makes my heart do somersaults. I got to wake up today next to my best friend and have cereal with him before going to work! While He is not nor ever will be the One who fulfills my life...he certainly does make me a happy girl! I love you KDM.
That's it for now...I think I'm gonna do a crossword puzzle now, since those are my favorite. :-)
Tuesday, March 02, 2010
Contentment? No, it's selfishness.
I just got finished reading a devotion for today and the topic was about being content financially. This particular devotion talked about how during these hard economic times many families are having to make sacrifices, and as a result we can and should take it as an opportunity to be content with what we do have.
I think the thing that struck me the most though was the nature of the sacrifices that we as an American people are having to make these days.
Not going out to eat anymore
Not going on a vacation this year
Not going shopping for new clothes
Not getting our nails and hair done every 2 weeks
Not buying that new car just yet
And the list goes on and on...
Wow, we are a spoiled people. And it is sad to think that we have to learn contentment when such trivial things as listed above are taken away from us...
I mean, yes any opportunity in which we can learn something that is good and challenging from the Lord is awesome...but perhaps at times when we think he's trying to teach us one thing, he desires us to learn something much greater, to gain a deeper perspective.
From this devotion, I learned not only do I need to learn to be content, but I also need to work on my selfishness as an individual. How dare I complain that I can't eat out when there are children and families across the world starving to death. How dare I complain that I can't go shopping for new clothes, when there are people who have to wear the same thing every day because they have nothing else to wear.
Forgive me Lord for my selfish, self-centered way of thinking. Teach me to be content in all circumstances...but even more remind me that the "sacrificing" I may have to do is absolutely trivial and selfish in light of the many desperate unfulfilled needs that others face in this broken world.
I think the thing that struck me the most though was the nature of the sacrifices that we as an American people are having to make these days.
Not going out to eat anymore
Not going on a vacation this year
Not going shopping for new clothes
Not getting our nails and hair done every 2 weeks
Not buying that new car just yet
And the list goes on and on...
Wow, we are a spoiled people. And it is sad to think that we have to learn contentment when such trivial things as listed above are taken away from us...
I mean, yes any opportunity in which we can learn something that is good and challenging from the Lord is awesome...but perhaps at times when we think he's trying to teach us one thing, he desires us to learn something much greater, to gain a deeper perspective.
From this devotion, I learned not only do I need to learn to be content, but I also need to work on my selfishness as an individual. How dare I complain that I can't eat out when there are children and families across the world starving to death. How dare I complain that I can't go shopping for new clothes, when there are people who have to wear the same thing every day because they have nothing else to wear.
Forgive me Lord for my selfish, self-centered way of thinking. Teach me to be content in all circumstances...but even more remind me that the "sacrificing" I may have to do is absolutely trivial and selfish in light of the many desperate unfulfilled needs that others face in this broken world.
Sunday, February 14, 2010
Matthew 18:15
"If your brother sins against you, go and show him his fault, just between the two of you. If he listens to you, you have won your brother over."
"If a professed Christian is wronged by another, he ought not to complain of it to others, as is often done merely upon report, but to go to the offender privately, state the matter kindly, and show him his conduct. This would generally have all the desired effect with a true Christian, and the parties would be reconciled. The principles of these rules may be practised every where, and under all circumstances, though they are too much neglected by all.
But how few try the method which Christ has expressly enjoined to all his disciples!"
Matthew Henry
"If your brother sins against you, go and show him his fault, just between the two of you. If he listens to you, you have won your brother over."
"If a professed Christian is wronged by another, he ought not to complain of it to others, as is often done merely upon report, but to go to the offender privately, state the matter kindly, and show him his conduct. This would generally have all the desired effect with a true Christian, and the parties would be reconciled. The principles of these rules may be practised every where, and under all circumstances, though they are too much neglected by all.
But how few try the method which Christ has expressly enjoined to all his disciples!"
Matthew Henry
Tuesday, February 09, 2010
Control Freak
It is somewhat frustrating when you learn things about yourself that are not so wonderful.
I have come to realize that I struggle with the desire to have full control of my life and situations that I go through. If I can't have my hand in it at all times, then I feel as if I can't be content with the process and outcome of whatever the situation may be.
I recently dealt with a unique situation where I sought reconciliation with another individual over something that was troubling my heart for quite some time. I sent this individual a message explaining my heart and how I felt hurt and betrayed by a certain situation that occurred. The response wasn't ideal (from my selfish point of view). I realized after the fact that I had left out some pretty big details of things I was aware of that this person thought I had no idea about, things I should have mentioned, but did not. Because of my failure to communicate clearly, this person was left thinking things that were not accurate. Perhaps that explained the less than desirable response...perhaps not. Either way, I was left feeling defeated...
I realized that out of my desire for control, I had built up my own expectations for how this whole scenario should have unfolded. When I got a less than desirable response/outcome, I felt frustrated and upset because things didn't go how I wanted them to. (Very childish, I know)
And even now, my desire to control comes forth, causing me to wish that I could still explain myself better to this person and to make things right the way I see fit.
It is somewhat embarrassing that I act in this manner. #1 It shows my lack of trust in our sovereign Lord. #2 It reveals my ugly, selfish, childish pride.
I need to learn to be content and trust that the Lord knows what concerns my heart and will be faithful to make things right and work things out in my life for His good purposes, even if that means I don't get to have a say in how that is done. I think that the Lord used this particular situation to reveal to me my silly need for control, and how I have a tendency of not giving Him room to work.
I am learning how to accept things, even when they don't go the way that I want.
I have also realized that even though we are called to operate as a unified body of believers, we are still broken people who will still mess up from time to time and unfortunately hurt one another. All I can do (and must do) is allow God's love to permeate my heart and mind so that I can overlook the hurt I may face, and also be humbled with the truth that I too am broken and may hurt others (whether intentionally or unintentionally)at some point in this lifetime.
After all that's said and done, I am thankful for a Father who loves me enough to discipline me and teach me in a loving manner, so that I can become more like Him. I am humbled, yet thankful, that he uses my flaws to do so...
"Being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus." Philippians 1:6
I have come to realize that I struggle with the desire to have full control of my life and situations that I go through. If I can't have my hand in it at all times, then I feel as if I can't be content with the process and outcome of whatever the situation may be.
I recently dealt with a unique situation where I sought reconciliation with another individual over something that was troubling my heart for quite some time. I sent this individual a message explaining my heart and how I felt hurt and betrayed by a certain situation that occurred. The response wasn't ideal (from my selfish point of view). I realized after the fact that I had left out some pretty big details of things I was aware of that this person thought I had no idea about, things I should have mentioned, but did not. Because of my failure to communicate clearly, this person was left thinking things that were not accurate. Perhaps that explained the less than desirable response...perhaps not. Either way, I was left feeling defeated...
I realized that out of my desire for control, I had built up my own expectations for how this whole scenario should have unfolded. When I got a less than desirable response/outcome, I felt frustrated and upset because things didn't go how I wanted them to. (Very childish, I know)
And even now, my desire to control comes forth, causing me to wish that I could still explain myself better to this person and to make things right the way I see fit.
It is somewhat embarrassing that I act in this manner. #1 It shows my lack of trust in our sovereign Lord. #2 It reveals my ugly, selfish, childish pride.
I need to learn to be content and trust that the Lord knows what concerns my heart and will be faithful to make things right and work things out in my life for His good purposes, even if that means I don't get to have a say in how that is done. I think that the Lord used this particular situation to reveal to me my silly need for control, and how I have a tendency of not giving Him room to work.
I am learning how to accept things, even when they don't go the way that I want.
I have also realized that even though we are called to operate as a unified body of believers, we are still broken people who will still mess up from time to time and unfortunately hurt one another. All I can do (and must do) is allow God's love to permeate my heart and mind so that I can overlook the hurt I may face, and also be humbled with the truth that I too am broken and may hurt others (whether intentionally or unintentionally)at some point in this lifetime.
After all that's said and done, I am thankful for a Father who loves me enough to discipline me and teach me in a loving manner, so that I can become more like Him. I am humbled, yet thankful, that he uses my flaws to do so...
"Being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus." Philippians 1:6
Saturday, January 23, 2010
Faceless International Trip
I am currently sitting in Starbucks, drinking a delightful Vanilla Rooibos Tea, while Kyle is working making caffeine addicts happy.
I haven't written on my blog in a while...there have been a few posts that I have started writing, then I'd get frustrated half-way through them and realized they were too personal or angry to post, therefore no new entries...haha
I don't know if I really have anything interesting to write about though. Here's a couple of things I suppose.
1. Kyle and I are planning on going on a trip with Faceless International. Faceless is an organization that seeks to help people who are exploited all across the planet. Whether these people be coffee farmers or sex-slaves, this organization desires to give them recognition and help. They desire to raise awareness in the community about social issues that need to be fixed. They offer various trips throughout the year for various causes. Right now, their main focus is on the issue of sex-trafficking that is present world-wide...even in the United States.
According to Wikipedia: "Human trafficking is the practice of people being tricked, lured, coerced or otherwise removed from their home or country, and then compelled to work with no or low payment or on terms which are highly exploitative. The practice is considered to be trade or commerce in people, which has many features of slavery, and which is illegal in most countries. The victims of human trafficking can be used in a variety of situations, including prostitution, forced labor (including bonded labor or debt bondage) and other forms of involuntary servitude."
Sex-trafficking is specifically where victims (primarily young children/women) are forced into prostitution and for other sexual acts. Many times these victims are kidnapped and sold. They have no say in the matter...it is very evil, frightening, depressing, and unjust.
You may ask, Why don't these victims just leave? They can't. They are usually threatened with being killed or with physical abuse. They are trapped.
What you saw in the movie "Taken" is very real. It's happening all around us...and it's time we do something about it.
My heart breaks for these women and children who are facing this injustice. That is why Kyle and I want to go on this trip...we want to learn more about the issue of sex-trafficking. We want to help spread awareness. We want to bring about change...
Yes, this is a very scary, depressing, and daunting issue...but unless we actually get off of our butts and do something about it, then it simply remains a very scary, depressing, and daunting issue.
So this trip that we are wanting to go on is in Nashville, TN at the end of March. We will be hearing a lot of speakers and what not on the issue, but will also be working with refugees from all over the world that have settled in the area.
The biggest thing Kyle and I need is the money to go on this trip...so if you have any ideas for fundraising, please let us know!
OK...
2. I have spent so much time thinking and writing about Faceless/sex-trafficking that I forgot the other thing I was going to share...haha!
Thanks for reading...whoever actually reads this. :-)
I haven't written on my blog in a while...there have been a few posts that I have started writing, then I'd get frustrated half-way through them and realized they were too personal or angry to post, therefore no new entries...haha
I don't know if I really have anything interesting to write about though. Here's a couple of things I suppose.
1. Kyle and I are planning on going on a trip with Faceless International. Faceless is an organization that seeks to help people who are exploited all across the planet. Whether these people be coffee farmers or sex-slaves, this organization desires to give them recognition and help. They desire to raise awareness in the community about social issues that need to be fixed. They offer various trips throughout the year for various causes. Right now, their main focus is on the issue of sex-trafficking that is present world-wide...even in the United States.
According to Wikipedia: "Human trafficking is the practice of people being tricked, lured, coerced or otherwise removed from their home or country, and then compelled to work with no or low payment or on terms which are highly exploitative. The practice is considered to be trade or commerce in people, which has many features of slavery, and which is illegal in most countries. The victims of human trafficking can be used in a variety of situations, including prostitution, forced labor (including bonded labor or debt bondage) and other forms of involuntary servitude."
Sex-trafficking is specifically where victims (primarily young children/women) are forced into prostitution and for other sexual acts. Many times these victims are kidnapped and sold. They have no say in the matter...it is very evil, frightening, depressing, and unjust.
You may ask, Why don't these victims just leave? They can't. They are usually threatened with being killed or with physical abuse. They are trapped.
What you saw in the movie "Taken" is very real. It's happening all around us...and it's time we do something about it.
My heart breaks for these women and children who are facing this injustice. That is why Kyle and I want to go on this trip...we want to learn more about the issue of sex-trafficking. We want to help spread awareness. We want to bring about change...
Yes, this is a very scary, depressing, and daunting issue...but unless we actually get off of our butts and do something about it, then it simply remains a very scary, depressing, and daunting issue.
So this trip that we are wanting to go on is in Nashville, TN at the end of March. We will be hearing a lot of speakers and what not on the issue, but will also be working with refugees from all over the world that have settled in the area.
The biggest thing Kyle and I need is the money to go on this trip...so if you have any ideas for fundraising, please let us know!
OK...
2. I have spent so much time thinking and writing about Faceless/sex-trafficking that I forgot the other thing I was going to share...haha!
Thanks for reading...whoever actually reads this. :-)
Tuesday, January 12, 2010
Tuesday, December 08, 2009
A Timely Prayer with Timeless Truth
"A word aptly spoken is like apples of gold in settings of silver." -Proverbs 25:11
God grant me the serenity
to accept the things I cannot change;
courage to change the things I can;
and wisdom to know the difference.
Living one day at a time;
Enjoying one moment at a time;
Accepting hardships as the pathway to peace;
Taking, as He did, this sinful world
as it is, not as I would have it;
Trusting that He will make all things right
if I surrender to His Will;
That I may be reasonably happy in this life
and supremely happy with Him
Forever in the next.
Amen.
--Reinhold Niebuhr
God grant me the serenity
to accept the things I cannot change;
courage to change the things I can;
and wisdom to know the difference.
Living one day at a time;
Enjoying one moment at a time;
Accepting hardships as the pathway to peace;
Taking, as He did, this sinful world
as it is, not as I would have it;
Trusting that He will make all things right
if I surrender to His Will;
That I may be reasonably happy in this life
and supremely happy with Him
Forever in the next.
Amen.
--Reinhold Niebuhr
Saturday, December 05, 2009
Discouraged
I really need to share this right now.
Lately my heart has been very burdened with hurt, frustration, and discouragement. The reasons why, I cannot disclose...but let's just say I've been battling with a lot.
I came with Kyle to work this morning, and have been sitting in Starbucks pondering about a lot. I found my heart very discouraged, and I really had no specific reason why. At that moment, I wrote these words in my journal:
"God, I really need to hear a word from you right now. Please don't be silent. Please speak. I'm expectant and waiting."
I kid you not, literally seconds after writing that, my phone started ringing and it was Kyle's Dad. I chose not to answer at that moment, because I was sad (a.k.a. wallowing in self-pity) and thought if it's important he'll leave a message and I'll call him back.
He left me this message:
"Hey Leigh Anna, I was just thinking about you this morning and usually when someone comes to mind out of the blue like that, it means I'm supposed to be praying for them...just wanted to let you know we're thinking about you and praying for you."
As I was listening to that message, tears rolled down my face as I knew without a shadow of a doubt that it was from God. Kyle's dad had no clue how I was feeling at that very moment, but because of his obedience in listening to the Holy Spirit, through Him God answered my heart's cry to hear from Him.
I know that God cares about my heart and all the little and big things that are going on inside of it...but it sure means a lot when God chooses to clearly show me that He really is listening, that He really cares about me and what concerns me, and that He loves me.
While I have truly done all I can do, and while there is really nothing more I can do with what's concerning my heart, I know for sure that the Lord is fighting for me and my heart in this situation.
"The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still [Leigh Anna]..."
Exodus 14:14
So if you are discouraged today, know that the Lord really does care and desires to give you a word of encouragement too.
Father, I cannot say anything more to you than thank you. You are faithful. I love you.
Lately my heart has been very burdened with hurt, frustration, and discouragement. The reasons why, I cannot disclose...but let's just say I've been battling with a lot.
I came with Kyle to work this morning, and have been sitting in Starbucks pondering about a lot. I found my heart very discouraged, and I really had no specific reason why. At that moment, I wrote these words in my journal:
"God, I really need to hear a word from you right now. Please don't be silent. Please speak. I'm expectant and waiting."
I kid you not, literally seconds after writing that, my phone started ringing and it was Kyle's Dad. I chose not to answer at that moment, because I was sad (a.k.a. wallowing in self-pity) and thought if it's important he'll leave a message and I'll call him back.
He left me this message:
"Hey Leigh Anna, I was just thinking about you this morning and usually when someone comes to mind out of the blue like that, it means I'm supposed to be praying for them...just wanted to let you know we're thinking about you and praying for you."
As I was listening to that message, tears rolled down my face as I knew without a shadow of a doubt that it was from God. Kyle's dad had no clue how I was feeling at that very moment, but because of his obedience in listening to the Holy Spirit, through Him God answered my heart's cry to hear from Him.
I know that God cares about my heart and all the little and big things that are going on inside of it...but it sure means a lot when God chooses to clearly show me that He really is listening, that He really cares about me and what concerns me, and that He loves me.
While I have truly done all I can do, and while there is really nothing more I can do with what's concerning my heart, I know for sure that the Lord is fighting for me and my heart in this situation.
"The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still [Leigh Anna]..."
Exodus 14:14
So if you are discouraged today, know that the Lord really does care and desires to give you a word of encouragement too.
Father, I cannot say anything more to you than thank you. You are faithful. I love you.
Sunday, November 29, 2009
Mercy
God is merciful.
Usually when I think about this attribute of God, all I think about is that through salvation in Christ Jesus, God spared me the punishment I deserve.
But what if we approach this truth of who God is when we go through painful trials in our lives. Because of sin, we live in a world of brokenness. For most of us, whether a believer or not, our first reaction when hard times befall us is to blame God, be angry at him, and question why, why, why.
It's inevitable. We suffer because of sin, something that God did not do, but something that we essentially brought upon ourselves.
While it's not God's "fault" at all, his mercy is ever surrounding us. He still chooses to bestow his mercy and goodness on our lives through the hard times. Think about it...
He could very well leave us to hurt and suffer through the pain that we experience here on this earth, but because of his mercy, he longs to be our comforter, our refuge, a lap to sit in and a shoulder to cry on. He chooses to be WITH US in the fiery trials. He chooses to lavish his love on us in our pain, instead of leaving us to bear the hurt alone, the hurt that human sin brought...the hurt that he had nothing to do with.
And in his mercy, God is patient with us while we are busy blaming or being angry at him.
I pray that I remember this age-old, yet new-found truth in my life when the fiery trials come. I pray that I run and cling to my merciful Father, rather than run away from Him.
Thank you My heavenly Daddy.
Daniel 9:9 - "The Lord our God is merciful and forgiving, even though we have rebelled against him.."
Usually when I think about this attribute of God, all I think about is that through salvation in Christ Jesus, God spared me the punishment I deserve.
But what if we approach this truth of who God is when we go through painful trials in our lives. Because of sin, we live in a world of brokenness. For most of us, whether a believer or not, our first reaction when hard times befall us is to blame God, be angry at him, and question why, why, why.
It's inevitable. We suffer because of sin, something that God did not do, but something that we essentially brought upon ourselves.
While it's not God's "fault" at all, his mercy is ever surrounding us. He still chooses to bestow his mercy and goodness on our lives through the hard times. Think about it...
He could very well leave us to hurt and suffer through the pain that we experience here on this earth, but because of his mercy, he longs to be our comforter, our refuge, a lap to sit in and a shoulder to cry on. He chooses to be WITH US in the fiery trials. He chooses to lavish his love on us in our pain, instead of leaving us to bear the hurt alone, the hurt that human sin brought...the hurt that he had nothing to do with.
And in his mercy, God is patient with us while we are busy blaming or being angry at him.
I pray that I remember this age-old, yet new-found truth in my life when the fiery trials come. I pray that I run and cling to my merciful Father, rather than run away from Him.
Thank you My heavenly Daddy.
Daniel 9:9 - "The Lord our God is merciful and forgiving, even though we have rebelled against him.."
Friday, November 20, 2009
Romans 12:9-21
Love MUST be sincere.
Hate what is evil; CLING to what is good.
Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Honor one another above yourselves.
NEVER be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord.
Be joyful in hope
patient in affliction
faithful in prayer.
Share with God's people who are in need. Practice hospitality.
BLESS those who persecute you; bless and do not curse...
REJOICE with those who rejoice;
mourn with those who mourn.
Live in harmony with one another.
Do not be proud...but be willing to associate with people of low position.
Do not be conceited.
Do not repay anyone evil for evil.
Be careful to do what is right in the eyes of everybody.
If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with EVERYONE.
Do not take revenge, my friends, but leave room for God's wrath, for it is written: "It is mine to avenge; I will repay," says the Lord.
On the contrary!...
"If you enemy is hungry, FEED HIM.
If he is thirsty, GIVE HIM SOMETHING TO DRINK.
In doing this, you will heap burning coals on his head."
Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.
Sweet Jesus, thank you for your living and active Word in my life at this very moment. Thank you for your example of perfect love...and thank you for forgiving me when I miss the mark every day. I want to be like you...help my life to reflect this passage, and only for your glory. Not my own.
Help me to be humble right now...in so many ways.
I love you.
Hate what is evil; CLING to what is good.
Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Honor one another above yourselves.
NEVER be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord.
Be joyful in hope
patient in affliction
faithful in prayer.
Share with God's people who are in need. Practice hospitality.
BLESS those who persecute you; bless and do not curse...
REJOICE with those who rejoice;
mourn with those who mourn.
Live in harmony with one another.
Do not be proud...but be willing to associate with people of low position.
Do not be conceited.
Do not repay anyone evil for evil.
Be careful to do what is right in the eyes of everybody.
If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with EVERYONE.
Do not take revenge, my friends, but leave room for God's wrath, for it is written: "It is mine to avenge; I will repay," says the Lord.
On the contrary!...
"If you enemy is hungry, FEED HIM.
If he is thirsty, GIVE HIM SOMETHING TO DRINK.
In doing this, you will heap burning coals on his head."
Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.
Sweet Jesus, thank you for your living and active Word in my life at this very moment. Thank you for your example of perfect love...and thank you for forgiving me when I miss the mark every day. I want to be like you...help my life to reflect this passage, and only for your glory. Not my own.
Help me to be humble right now...in so many ways.
I love you.
Sunday, November 15, 2009
Some Mullett happenings :-)
Well, I've been sitting in Starbucks since 12, and I'm starting to run out of things to do until work at 5.So I thought maybe I'd write down some silly things about Kyle and I since we've been married/in KY.
1. The facewash we've both been using since our honeymoon has lasted us for 106 days and counting. That's impressive.
2. One day on the way to church, right after having a conversation about animal's mating (don't ask how that came up) we passed two cow's going at it on the side of the road.
3. Someone who lives on our side of the building always turns out the stairwell lights and it's driving us crazy.
4. The first meal Kyle and I had in our new home was absolutely horrible! We didn't have time to go full grocery shopping, so we went to the IGA in Wilmore and bought packaged pasta and brauts...it tasted like breakfast sausage mixed with sodium chicken flavored pasta. I guess that's what we should have expected though... Blehhhh.
5. When moving in, our neighbors downstairs had a couch they were trying to get rid of. We were in need of one, so we gladly took it. Unfortunately it was too big to get into the living room...until the boys cut the legs off with a saw. We noticed after the fact that it was property of Asbury Seminary...
6. One night (quite recently) we had our new friends Dave and Stephanie over for dinner. We were all helping make pizza, and Stephanie accidentally dropped a knife on her big toe. She had to go to the emergency room and get stitches that night...but the hospital ER was so great, they were back within 2 hours and still ate pizza with us!
7. On Monday mornings when Kyle has to be at work by 5am...and I have to be at work by 12pm...(note we only have one car) I wake up super early with him (4:15), ride with him to work, and sleep in back seat of the car for 3 hours. It's so much fun! Whenever I come inside after waking up, all the employees greet me with warm Good Mornings and Starbucks beverages! :-)
8. The oven/stove in our apartment has no numbers/temperatures/dials. It appeared as if the tenants before us cleaned it with a wire scrubbing pad and erased everything! Therefore it makes cooking and baking somewhat difficult at times. haha.
9. Just yesterday, Kyle and I were driving on a road that we thought took us to another main road that we needed to get to. As we were driving we suddenly found ourselves in a construction zone/bike path. Some guy in a ginormous tractor stopped to tell us that we were on a bike trail and helped us find the way to the road. Bad signage, Wilmore...
10. Being married is probably the most exciting and fun part of life's journey so far. It is so comforting to know that I get to spend the rest of my life with my best friend. It is so overwhelming to know that I have a husband who is proud to have me as his wife and loves me more than I can ever understand. It is so good to know that this love is right, is good, and is exactly what God had planned since the beginning. And it's satisfying to know that I knew He was it all along. :-)
1. The facewash we've both been using since our honeymoon has lasted us for 106 days and counting. That's impressive.
2. One day on the way to church, right after having a conversation about animal's mating (don't ask how that came up) we passed two cow's going at it on the side of the road.
3. Someone who lives on our side of the building always turns out the stairwell lights and it's driving us crazy.
4. The first meal Kyle and I had in our new home was absolutely horrible! We didn't have time to go full grocery shopping, so we went to the IGA in Wilmore and bought packaged pasta and brauts...it tasted like breakfast sausage mixed with sodium chicken flavored pasta. I guess that's what we should have expected though... Blehhhh.
5. When moving in, our neighbors downstairs had a couch they were trying to get rid of. We were in need of one, so we gladly took it. Unfortunately it was too big to get into the living room...until the boys cut the legs off with a saw. We noticed after the fact that it was property of Asbury Seminary...
6. One night (quite recently) we had our new friends Dave and Stephanie over for dinner. We were all helping make pizza, and Stephanie accidentally dropped a knife on her big toe. She had to go to the emergency room and get stitches that night...but the hospital ER was so great, they were back within 2 hours and still ate pizza with us!
7. On Monday mornings when Kyle has to be at work by 5am...and I have to be at work by 12pm...(note we only have one car) I wake up super early with him (4:15), ride with him to work, and sleep in back seat of the car for 3 hours. It's so much fun! Whenever I come inside after waking up, all the employees greet me with warm Good Mornings and Starbucks beverages! :-)
8. The oven/stove in our apartment has no numbers/temperatures/dials. It appeared as if the tenants before us cleaned it with a wire scrubbing pad and erased everything! Therefore it makes cooking and baking somewhat difficult at times. haha.
9. Just yesterday, Kyle and I were driving on a road that we thought took us to another main road that we needed to get to. As we were driving we suddenly found ourselves in a construction zone/bike path. Some guy in a ginormous tractor stopped to tell us that we were on a bike trail and helped us find the way to the road. Bad signage, Wilmore...
10. Being married is probably the most exciting and fun part of life's journey so far. It is so comforting to know that I get to spend the rest of my life with my best friend. It is so overwhelming to know that I have a husband who is proud to have me as his wife and loves me more than I can ever understand. It is so good to know that this love is right, is good, and is exactly what God had planned since the beginning. And it's satisfying to know that I knew He was it all along. :-)
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
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