Today I am thankful for my church community.
I have been so blessed to grow up in a church and then return to a church (after college) that really knows what community is. LHUMC understands what it means to be the body. I have been so blessed to learn and grow with people of all ages and walks of life. My fellow members have prayed, served, praised through song, questioned, wondered, supported, uplifted, and relied on the power of god at work in, through and amongst each of us. I am so honored to call LHUMC my church home and so thankful to have their support and prayers as I spend my summer in Haiti.
Wednesday, June 6, 2012
Tuesday, June 5, 2012
30 Days of Thankfulness #24
Today I am thankful for my amazing friends.
I am lucky to have lifelong friends that date all the way back to middle school and more recent friends that really know me. They know me so well that they can tell when I am feeling blue, frustrated, joyous and all that comes and goes in between. They know me so well that we can just BE together - no idle chit chat needed because even in the silence we are sharing our lives with each other. Some of the traditions that we have started are to be treasured. I have heard from many people that our long time friendships are rare and unique. I would have it no other way. These amazing people add laughter, support, diversity and an opportunity to grow as a person.
I am lucky to have lifelong friends that date all the way back to middle school and more recent friends that really know me. They know me so well that they can tell when I am feeling blue, frustrated, joyous and all that comes and goes in between. They know me so well that we can just BE together - no idle chit chat needed because even in the silence we are sharing our lives with each other. Some of the traditions that we have started are to be treasured. I have heard from many people that our long time friendships are rare and unique. I would have it no other way. These amazing people add laughter, support, diversity and an opportunity to grow as a person.
Monday, June 4, 2012
30 Days of Thankfulness #23
Today I am thankful for "blessings I don't understand." For some reason the Sara Groves song Open My Hands is constantly running through my head these days. Of course, on my way home from coffee tonight it was on the radio!
I think I am comforted by the thought that god "withholds no good things from us." The fact that I leave for a summer in Haiti in one week is sinking in and I feel like I should be feeling more things. People are asking if I am excited and packed and nervous and scared and to be honest, I am not sure how to respond. All I know is I am ready. I am ready for something more, I am ready to "open my hands and open my heart" to the possibilities with the constant reassurance that god is on my side to provide good things for me and those I meet.
Open My Hands by Sara Groves
I think I am comforted by the thought that god "withholds no good things from us." The fact that I leave for a summer in Haiti in one week is sinking in and I feel like I should be feeling more things. People are asking if I am excited and packed and nervous and scared and to be honest, I am not sure how to respond. All I know is I am ready. I am ready for something more, I am ready to "open my hands and open my heart" to the possibilities with the constant reassurance that god is on my side to provide good things for me and those I meet.
Open My Hands by Sara Groves
Sunday, June 3, 2012
30 Days of Thankfulness #22
Today I am thankful for taking the time to just be at home.
This past week, well month, well...let's just say year, have seemed like a blur! All of the milestone events that I have been planning for and worrying about have come and gone and now I really just have a week to prepare for my summer!
Tonight I came home and of course have a long to-do list in my head and somewhat on paper, but I was thankful to spend time sitting on our lovely patio sharing some time and good conversation with my roomie and her boyfriend. Sometimes you just need to take those moments to rest, reflect and share with others. I am thankful to be learning how to do this!!
This past week, well month, well...let's just say year, have seemed like a blur! All of the milestone events that I have been planning for and worrying about have come and gone and now I really just have a week to prepare for my summer!
Tonight I came home and of course have a long to-do list in my head and somewhat on paper, but I was thankful to spend time sitting on our lovely patio sharing some time and good conversation with my roomie and her boyfriend. Sometimes you just need to take those moments to rest, reflect and share with others. I am thankful to be learning how to do this!!
Saturday, June 2, 2012
30 Days of Thankfulness #21
Today I am thankful for forgiveness. (Sorry I am delayed in posting this weekend!!)
Our family is kind of known for apologizing too much. I am guilty, too, for apologizing for things that are out of my control and that can't be changed. My mom has often told me that you can't change the past and that you learn something from every experience - good or bad, scary or exciting, sad or joyful. So instead of apologizing for things I can't control, I am going to try to find the lesson in each experience. As Oprah Winfrey once said, "Forgiveness is giving up the hope that the past could have been any different."
Our family is kind of known for apologizing too much. I am guilty, too, for apologizing for things that are out of my control and that can't be changed. My mom has often told me that you can't change the past and that you learn something from every experience - good or bad, scary or exciting, sad or joyful. So instead of apologizing for things I can't control, I am going to try to find the lesson in each experience. As Oprah Winfrey once said, "Forgiveness is giving up the hope that the past could have been any different."
30 Days of Thankfulness #20
I am so thankful to spend some time with my grandparents this week!
I wrote earlier about my grandpa, so want to take a moment to share about my grandma.
I am so thankful to have my grandma in my life. She is an amazingly strong woman who is beautiful inside and out. She has a wonderful sense of humor and I love that she still writes me hand written letters. I am grateful for her generosity and love. She takes the time to connect with family and friends on a weekly (sometimes daily) basis and volunteers A LOT in her community. I admire her commitment to serving others. She also makes some of the best baked goods around! Her almond cake, apple pie, and rhubarb dessert are so delicious!!
Friday, June 1, 2012
30 Days of Thankfulness #19
I am thankful for love.
My cousin is getting married, well, today!! We have all gathered to support her and her finance as they become husband and wife.
As we participated in the groom's dinner tonight, I was in awe of all the people in the room that love them and will be there as they begin their married life together. Love was shown by all types of people - young and old, family or friend and in many different ways.
My cousin is getting married, well, today!! We have all gathered to support her and her finance as they become husband and wife.
As we participated in the groom's dinner tonight, I was in awe of all the people in the room that love them and will be there as they begin their married life together. Love was shown by all types of people - young and old, family or friend and in many different ways.
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