Highlights

....from my life

1. This last week has been filled with blessings. In between job searching and an interview God has placed some incredible opportunities to maintain a sense of gratitude and hope. I've spent time with family, friends and accomplished quite a bit at home. It's been a recurring theme that seems be sinking in finally. Control is not possible. It's my job to reflect my character, my faith and selflessness regardless of the circumstances.

2. After reading the Shack, I've been praying mostly about relationship with God and other people. That most important relationship makes everything else fade. Unconditionally loving and finding commonality with who ever God brings to me has become more of a priority. With in each choice and decision we make. As soon as I get the book back from my SIL Shawna in ID I' share the noted I wrote in the book as I read.

3. A talk on fairness had me remembering there is no such thing as true fairness and justice in the world. It also reminded me I am glad there isn't fairness. If there was, why would God want to be friends with someone as messed up as I am? Why would He want me to spend eternity with me? My good will never be good enough.

4. Reminder that a balance between logic and emotion is always required to face what ever circumstances that come along. I've always agreed with the heart of the statement to use my head when dealing with me and my heart when dealing with others. Love and acceptance are universal needs in every human being. I strive for a sense of community around me while maintaining my own sense of individuality.

5. Finding strength to truly have no ghosts from the past. To not waste energy on something as irreversible as the past. A powerful reminder to give the benefit of the doubt, because no one is won over to Christ by smug superior name-calling, finger pointing or judgements of 'poor choices' Prayers with genuine concern, acceptance along side truth knowing only God's love and salvation is what brings people to Christ. Nothing is beyond God's forgiveness. A fellow believer is family and we don't air dirty laundry in front of others. Be an example of unity by loving each other regardless of the nuiance of differences.

6. My ring tone that reminds me every time the phone rings to count my blessings. There are no updates to share on the adoption front. We are still waiting for the parenting class, so we can be matched. The same girl who unwrapped her gifts early and rewrapped them before Christmas is definitelt being taught patience with peace.

7. A thick skin has some benefits and drawbacks. My own opinion, I'd rather have a thinner skin because then I allow myself to be touched, moved and inspired by my circumstances. While a thick skin might be easier on my heart hurt wise, it also closes the door on inspiration, kindness and generosity.

My current project is giving when ever I can, glorifying God in everything I do, allowing God to mature my character and NOT my husband, I promise :-)