Monday, April 9, 2012

I Will Follow You

This weekend was eye opening. Even though going through a break up or personal struggles is painful and tough, the little life lessons and hidden treasures did not fail me. I was able to spend a lot of time outdoors the past few weekends; it always seems to help clear my head and put life in perspective for me. There is just something about being outdoors, with fresh air, beautiful scenery, and peace around you. It's calming. I tend to forget that the world around me is so much bigger than me and has much to offer.


Hiking Bell Rock Canyon in Sedona, AZ


Biking in Sedona, AZ
Running <3

I realized how thankful and lucky I am to have certain people in my life. I do not know what I would do without being able to open myself up and share my thoughts and feelings with people who truly understand, don't judge, and give me feedback. It really is a gift. I've always been a "sharer," and I wouldn't have it any other way. I have no idea how I would get through life if I didn't talk to people about it. It's my saving grace. Speaking of saving....

I was able to experience an amazing Good Friday church service and Easter Sunday service this weekend. 


Also, I am honored to say one of my best friends was confirmed and baptized into her church this weekend. Layne, I am SO proud of you and cannot wait to see what the future has to offer you! 

A dear friend of mine was in town and we shared a lot of meaningful discussions. He recommended several books for me to read when I graduate from grad school this May. I will FINALLY be able to read just for the heck of it :) 
  • Confessions by St. Augustine
  • The Jesuit Guide
  • The Alchemist
  • C.S. Lewis' The Screwtape Letters
  • The Traveler's Gift
  • Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand
I've really come to understand myself a bit better lately... through all of the midst and the chaos, I cannot tell you how calming and comforting it is to know there's someone bigger and better that I can put all my faith and trust in. I can hand over all of my problems, fears, and emotions and they will be handled with care and taken care of in God's time. It is the most loving feeling in the world. 
This quote fits perfectly with what I am going through right now.

A committed heart does not wait for conditions to be exactly right. Why? Because conditions are never exactly right. Indecision limits the Almighty and His ability to performs miracle in your life. He has put the vision in you- proceed! To wait, to wonder, to doubt, to be indecisive it to disobey God.            -Andy Andrews
I have to remind myself of this on a daily basis... I think we all do. It's only human nature to second guess, to wonder, to obsess, or to doubt a situation. Unfortunately, it is not the right thing to do. It gets us nowhere. If anything, it sets us 10 steps back. With all of the questions I have, the anger I can't seem to get rid of yet, the sadness in my heart, I have noticed slowly but surely it is being taken over by answers, by happiness, and forgiveness.

This weekend's hidden treasures:

  • Honest and open friendships
  • Comfort in my faith and spirituality
  • I am loved, and the right person will be put in my life someday...and it won't feel like this!




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