a long time coming

well folks, it's been a while. don't worry--i didn't forget you (all ten of you who read this!). i have not been much in a blogging mood this semester, but i read a blog post today that really resonated with me, and i wanted to share it on my blog. i have been following this blog called "good women project" and it has been great! i have read many honest and real posts by women who are struggling with similar things that i find myself struggling with everyday too. 

here is the post from today that really was perfect for me to read today considering my experience last fall--

http://goodwomenproject.com/singleness/when-the-man-you-thought-youd-marry-breaks-up-with-you

this woman writes about when the man she thought she was going to marry breaks up with her, and how she realized after many tears and struggles that her real identity, worth, and value is only found in Christ! Amen to that! it was a really encouraging read for me, and for that i am thankful. 

in other news, i have been training for a 15K--yes, i think i'm crazy too, don't you worry :) this morning i ran 7 miles and really felt it. hopefully in two weeks i'll be able to manage the 9.4 that i have to do. my main goal is just to finish. i'm not setting a time or anything like that, or even that i want to "run" the whole thing--i'm ok if i have to walk some of it. everyone tells me it is a really fun race with lots of support and encouragement from the city, so that gets me excited too. here's to march 10th!

who knows, maybe i'll start back up on this blogging adventure :)

Finals...

It has been a whirlwind of a month since I last posted! I am taking a mental study break right now from studying for my finals I have in the morning--I've probably taken too many study breaks today, but I think I am just ready for my semester to be OVER! It has been a rough one, but I guess all in all a good one too! 

Here are some pictures from the Campus Outreach Christmas Party we had last week :)

The whole group!

Our weekly Bible study group and the new baby :)

Well back to studying--My microbiology and biochemistry exams are in the morning! Prayers appreciated!!!

Gratitude....

11. Chilly, but sunny mornings
12. Roommates who take of me when I'm sick
13. Popsicles
14. Pizza nights with the girls
15. Crossing off things from the "to-do" list
16. All the veterans and current military who have given their lives, time, or service to protect my nation
17. Including my grandfather and my older brother Abraham who both serve for the U.S. Navy
18. A day of from school to catch up on life
19. Campus Outreach
20. The people at my university who help me everyday to succeed (like the advisors of my honors program, professors, classmates, and friends)

Gratitude

'Tis the season...

I am grateful for:

1. Jesus' merciful death on the cross
2. the love of my family and friends
3. sunshine
4. christmas lights up in my room
5. good conversation over spaghetti with a wonderful friend tonight
6. christmas music playing on my computer
7. my roommates
8. the sweet laughter of my kids at YReads
9. warm blankets and hoodies
10. new friendships

Just to name a few...what are you thankful for?

October and Brothers

October is almost over, but I wanted to write a post about my two brothers who have October birthdays! Eli's birthday is October 1st--He is a freshmen in college this year! I just can't believe it :) One day he will be playing professional soccer....I just know it. It's exciting to watch him on the field, so focused on the game that he loves. My little brother who is not so little anymore :)

My older brother Abraham's birthday is October 25th! He is in flight school right now with the Navy learning how to fly helicopters....so cool, right? I know! It's pretty awesome to have siblings who you can brag about! These two brothers of mine (I have four brothers) are pretty special, and I love them a lot!

Happy birthday to you both!!!

Enjoy some pictures!

My and Bram when I was born

Welcoming Eli home!

This and That!

Jennah and I went to the final free country concert of the season and had so much fun!!! We saw Frankie Ballard, Danny Gokey, and Emerson Drive :)

My favorite part of Emerson Drive was the fiddler!! He was so talented!

The girls getting frozen yogurt at Mochi's :) Such a fun night!!!

Jennah and I volunteering as prize fairies at the Fetal Hope Walk at the Beaches...fun morning of handing out prizes to little ones and making little girls smile!

Yreads cutie!