Tuesday, November 27, 2007
There comes a time...
Our false self demands a formula before we'll engage; we want a guarantee of success. But there comes a time in life when you've got to break away from all that and head off into the unknown with God. This is a vital part of our journey and if we balk here, the journey ends. ~John Eldredge
For this I give thanks...
*a place to go home to, even if it is Canyon, Texas; there are just certain things you can count on to never change
*family: "craziness is our consistency"; never a dull moment, especially with the little tyke and the germans!
*27 years of marriage for my parents; though you would have to ask them, it seems to me that their love for each other only grows stronger each day despite the storms that are thrown their way
*after countless tests and visits to multiple doctors, and having undergone 7 surgerys this year, Mom has conquered every step with more grace and strength than I could ever imagine having; her faith has never waivered and she is my hero in every way
*new experiences: those that scare us to death and cause great uncertainty, but those that teach, shape, and challenge us
*a good place in Dallas to return to: warmer climate, cooking with the roomies, a real job, church activities, holiday festivities, and on and on we go...
Psalm 105:1 "Give thanks to the Lord, call on His name; make known among the nations what He has done."
*family: "craziness is our consistency"; never a dull moment, especially with the little tyke and the germans!
*27 years of marriage for my parents; though you would have to ask them, it seems to me that their love for each other only grows stronger each day despite the storms that are thrown their way
*after countless tests and visits to multiple doctors, and having undergone 7 surgerys this year, Mom has conquered every step with more grace and strength than I could ever imagine having; her faith has never waivered and she is my hero in every way
*new experiences: those that scare us to death and cause great uncertainty, but those that teach, shape, and challenge us
*a good place in Dallas to return to: warmer climate, cooking with the roomies, a real job, church activities, holiday festivities, and on and on we go...
Psalm 105:1 "Give thanks to the Lord, call on His name; make known among the nations what He has done."
Friday, November 16, 2007
1 Year Old!
I'm a little late in getting this up, but Mr. Wyatt Cody celebrated his 1 year birthday on Tuesday. We are so blessed to get to watch this little man as he grows! Happy Birthday W from your Aunt Gretch.
Tuesday, November 06, 2007
A New Chair
So as of Monday I am officially a full-time Graphic Designer at Vertis Communications in Irving. Yes! A tough decision for sure, but one that I continue to feel good about. There is a great team of people there, about 8 Creatives, and though I'm by far the youngest (at least by 10 years or so!), I have high hopes of this being a great start towards some consistency in life. And we all know I needed that! So despite sitting through a few ridiculous meetings/orientation, the week is off to a good start. Have been working on casino mailers and sock packaging as of late. That's right, they give me the good stuff... The drive is a bit rough, but that's part of it. I did get a new chair though and am currently seeking fun things to decorate my cube with. Everyone else has toys. I think I have those Gummi Bears laying around here somewhere...
Sunday, November 04, 2007
A Reminder
My desire for God fades and grows, but His desire for me is constant. -John Ortberg
Great retreat this weekend out in Lone Star, Texas. Out in the boonies, 2ish hours east of here. Past that, I have no idea where we were! But you gotta love 78 people crowding around a campfire down by the lake, Bible Scattegories, and stars instead of high-rise buildings. Perhaps more on that later. Hope your weekend was blessed as mine was.
Great retreat this weekend out in Lone Star, Texas. Out in the boonies, 2ish hours east of here. Past that, I have no idea where we were! But you gotta love 78 people crowding around a campfire down by the lake, Bible Scattegories, and stars instead of high-rise buildings. Perhaps more on that later. Hope your weekend was blessed as mine was.