| I think is when they say, "This is the good life."
I haven't felt this motivated and alive in a long time. First of all I went to a great conference where God really seemed to be speaking to me through every message, and perhaps every conversation. Secondly, I am really working on prayer. I'm still not stellar at it, but I find that if I can convince myself to switch off the radio and pretend I don't notice the stares from fellow freeway-travelers, praying outloud in the car is amazing. Thirdly I'm just having a good time with life. The weight of freedom is really hitting me this week.
Take tonight, for instance. I had no plans, so I ended up going to IHOP for, well, pancakes, eggs, hashbrowns, and sausage ... oh yea, coffee too, before heading to Pewabic Pottery here in the D for a class on throwing (aka using a potters wheel.) It was amazing.
Tomorrow night was similarly uncommitted, so I'm meeting one of my bestest friends for dinner, half way between our jobs. She gets out later than me, so I'm planning on heading to a coffee shop and spending some intense me and God time. (I can concentrate the best in coffee shops.)
Also, right now I'm financially able to drive all over the state to meet people for dinner, as well as buying shoes, haircuts, and GRE tests. I'm perfectly aware that once this season of life comes to a close, these uninhibited habits of mine - including throwing out receipts and never checking bank statements - will have to come to an end.
One more thing - I've been struck by God's grace. It's like I wake up every day, resolved not to do X. And 20 mins into my day I've done it 5 times. But God still loves me, despite the very long list of sins I commit every single day, which when I think about how easily I'm annoyed by everyone in my life, just stops me in my tracks.
Anyway, I guess all of this is to say to God be the glory, as well as a big thanks to those who have been praying for me, especially in the last few months. I know I've been a bit of a basket case, but I am confidant that it has all been to bring glory to God, undoubtedly in ways I will never know.
Lastly, here's my favorite verse at this moment--it's from the Psalms. The weight of this simple phrase just makes me say, "woah."
"Be still and know that I am God." |
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| Guess what I saw performed in London! No really. Guess! That's right, Mary Poppins! Hah! It was incredible! As is England.  |
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| A quick update: In 3 days Katie will be Mrs. Katie Sharp. In 7 days I will be on my way to England. After that we'll see. |
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| Xanga is blocked on my parents computer. So I'm a work...xangaing. Facebook suffers from a similar fate, so I'm working on that as well. Yes, very lame. |
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| The past 2 weeks have been monumental in the life of Maggie. Here’s a list of some of the things I’d never done before:
Rented a car – even though I’m under 24.
Rode a Greyhound Bus – got hit on by a man straight out of prison.
Been stranded far away from home by myself – turns out I’m not as composed as could be desired under such circumstances.
Drove in Chicago – I’d certainly been, but never been the one trying to hit pedestrians
Flew first class – very posh.
Saw Niagra Falls and all its glory.
Rode in a limo service – I sat in the front with the driver who promised me a drink next time I’m in town. O.k.
Got hit on in a rather shady Kmart with a line about how he “noticed I didn’t have a ring” – man he sure knew how to win my heart.
Visited my married brother at his apartment – he and his wife are doing quite well.
Other highlights:
Spending 18+ hours in the car with Rachel – the two of us have no problem talking.
Just catching up with Scott
Long walks!
Getting to know my Grandmom – usually I see her with all of my siblings
I wrote this yesterday - but couldn't post it. now I'm at work. working hard. of course. |
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