It's been a little while since my last post. So much has happened in the last few weeks. Being home was so refreshing. I cherished every minute of it. Being back just made me realize how thankful and blessed I am for genuine relationships with family and friends.
I'm still working on developing those kind of relationships here in Rochester and I have no doubt that God will provide new encouraging relationships . But it takes time for those relationships to blossom into something more than acquaintances. I love adventure and I miss having friends to call up who are willing to get up and explore with me. There is so much I want to see and do in Rochester, but it's not nearly as fun to do alone. I'm realizing more and more, that God has created me to be in need of relationship. Predominantly, relationship with him. Although the lonely times here are not fun sometimes, it draws me passionately into my relationship with Christ. He has so much that he wants to teach me, and I pray that I will be open and thirsty for all that he brings. While I actively seek out the thrill of a new adventure, I pray that I will seek Christ with that same enthusiasm.
Since I've been back and have been able to get my classes completed, I am looking ahead at new adventures. I have heard so much about Zumba. I hear it is a great workout and so fun! So, I found a class and I'm doing it! I want to find a church and get involved; either in leading a small group of teen girls or serving out in the community. And, I would love to find some babysitting opportunities. I'm filling up my calender with all the things I want to do, and I will do them whether I have people to do them with or not. Luckily, tomorrow Marti is free and we are going to Letchworth Park (the Grand Canyon of NY). My Rochester Bucket List is filling up, and it is now or never to complete them. I just don't want to take any moment for granted here.
On another note, I am an aunt!! My nephew Elliott James was born on July 10th. He is the most handsome little guy ever and I just can't wait to meet him. Being a distance from family during this exciting time is a challenge. Good thing babies don't remember their first year anyway, right? You better believe that next year, I will be all over spoiling that little man like crazy! I'm looking forward to getting back to Lancaster for a couple days in the 2.5 weeks, and then slipping down to Baltimore to meet Elliott.
Alright, well, I've got an uneventful night ahead of me. So, I think I am going to be a good student and go to a coffee shop and write my extra credit paper and review for my Saturday final.
Lord, I pray that you will fill me with a contentment that only you can provide. Show me where I can be used to bring you glory. I pray that you would give me a humble, genuine spirit that naturally overflows from the joy you bring me. I lift up all those who are lonely and feel lost tonight. Grant them the peace of your touch. Amen.
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