I Really Want to Blog...

 

I really want to blog.  I really do.  Writing (and talking) are a way for me to process.  I make sense of the things in my mind when I have to put them into words. Most of my "light bulb" moments come from times of writing or speaking.  I say or write something and then...."aha!"

 

But lately, I have just been alone with my thoughts.  There is SO MUCH going on in our hearts and minds...so many amazing, big, challenging, scary, exciting, and wonderful things.  And I don't even really know where or how to start talking about them, so I just don't.  Instead, I have spent more time just being with my family, more time reading some amazing books, more time praying and seeking, more time learning what God really wants from me. And I have to admit, it feels good. I have taken more time to soak up the blessings in my life and dream about ways to pour those onto others.  More time living life and less time taking pictures of it. More listening to God and less talking to others.

That said, I feel the words building.  I feel that things that are stirring won't stay contained for long.  I need an outlet. I need to write.  I need to express what's on my heart.  I don't know exactly what form that will take, but soon I think a lot of what God has been showing me will find a way to express itself. Maybe that will be here. 

 

In the meantime, just know that I am living and enjoying life.  The end of the school year is just a few weeks away and I look forward to a slower pace and more concentrated time as a family.  We won't be travelling home to the States this summer, but we are okay with that.  While we would love to see extended family, we know that we are blessed with our nuclear family right here and we will take the extra time of summer to solidify those bonds.  And Lord willing, next summer will mean playing with cousins and cuddling with grandparents.  Thank you to those who generously gave to us.  The money will be set aside for next year. We are humbled and grateful for those who bless us in this way.

 

I'll be back in the next few days, hopefully.  The words won't stay contained forever.

 

And the photo? From a hike this past weekend we did to "one tree hill" with friends.  Good times. Beautiful scenery.  Awesome God.