Ch-Ch-Changes...

You know, i've always loved changes in my life... usually, they've always been for the better. Sometimes, of course not, but as i said today, to my special someone, i am the person i've become b/c of all the things i've gone thru, good and bad. I love the trials, and it even says in the bible to thank God in times of trouble and trial, Romans 5:3-5, because this is how God creates in us the character he needs for us to carry out what He has called us to do. So... to make the long story short, as James 1 says, I thank God in times of trials... I thank God when I'm faced with temptation and toil because I know God is making me into who He needs. So... with that, know i welcome changes. Know i welcome a good challenge, for that will never leave me bold, i will never quit growing, i will never quit learning, i will NEVER quit improving who I am or let go of what God has touched me with, with the dreams, with the Passion, with the calling He has laid upon me.

I welcome the changes in my life, I welcome this change. I have had to make some promises, some sacrifices, commitments, but as with the rest of what I've said above... i see my future full of opprotunity. and I look forward to more substantial changes to come!

Jasmin is playing softball! It's her first year, but she's doing great, even says her coach! :) I'm looking forward to watching her play! :)

On a good note, i've heard from my brother in Iraq. he's doing good, doesn't have much to do there, but he's making it. As good as can be expected, i think.

I'm making another trip up north at the end of May.... it can NOT get here soon enuf!!! I can not wait!!!! not at all. "That is definitely NOT going to happen"... Anyhoo... one of my MEM bff's will be there, on a seperate trip, will be there at the same time i am! :) so i'm really looking forward to blending the worlds. :) For now, I will be happy to listen to random conversations about cars and boats G-money. ;)

OH! and i had a HUGE breakthru at work!!! :) i'm so happy!!! Friday finished on a great note! that one breakthru made the last 3 weeks worth it. :):):) 3 of the hardest weeks i've ever had at work.

see all these smilies! :) "Hmm, puzzling..." ha! good times, my friend... good times!!! and now you're caught up.

should i stay or should i go...

The Clash... maybe they've had it figured out all along. the ultimate question. Should I Stay or Should I Go? The answer to this question can fill so many voids of endless wonder. The Clash... they had it...

Do you ever wonder about how to make decisions? The decision making process? Which is right and wrong? Do you or don't you? Should you or no? Will you or do you decline? Sooo many decisions... Should I stay or should I go?

There is a process to making decisions. And like i have learned in DR, the main key, at least for me, is to rely on the only true rock known... God. but i do believe God gives us tools in order to make decisions, especially when you don't feel you've heard the voice of God speak. Obviously, starting with the Word of God, next, I know God gives us influential people, who are soundly grounded in His word and will for their life, that you can rely on. He gives us people for us to seek counsel from. And... this... this is huge for me. Because i have such great friends, who love God and seek His will constantly, and i love them all. And, even still, i don't know... should i stay or should i go? will i or won't i? should i or don't i? can i or not????? the ultimate question, the ultimate answer... is still unknown for me.

But one thing is sure - if the question impacts two lives, i think it should always be made by two people. And in one united front, for the greater good of all involved. And if all agree, it can only be the best for everyone. And knowing this, knowing that my decisions are made for the best interests of all involved, and all things being reviewed and considered, uttermost concerning what I believe God to be telling me for my life... i know we can't go wrong. My walk today was great. The conversation was even better. Its great how a nice walk outside can really help you clear the air, clear your mind, get back in touch with what matters. Talking, albeit over-rated, can help tremendously.

I had a root canal done, just for anyone wondering from my crazy facebook posts lately. I had a botched crown put on last year that came loose, i changed dentists, just to find out i had to get a root canal done. I was prescribed some medicine that i didn't take with food each and every time i was supposed to take it, but in the middle of the night, i took some meds, blacked out, passed out on my bed and woke up in the morning throwing up. Now... why am i sharing? you should ALWAYS FOLLOW THE PRESCRIPTION!!! if it says to take with food, do it, but do it properly.

ok, now i'm done being mom. Enjoy the pics, rely on what you can trust. follow the rules. (yes, i suck for telling you to follow the rules... ;)