Blessed

Lately in the midst of being completely overwhelmed by life in general and all the responsibilities I have gotten myself into, I have found an overwhelming sense of joy. I am so blessed. There are friends that I have that I would do anything for, friends old and new that are becoming closer. He is breaking down walls around my heart so that I can be more authentic with those whom I am close to.
In the midst of the craziness of each day, I have yet to find myself feeling lonely or alone in my struggles and victories. I feel like the bonds that are being made are lasting and true. A feeling that scares the crap outta me because usually as soon as I get that feeling, I screw up in some way. But the beauty of the fall of humanity, is that no one is perfect... things happen, but in Christ, in His body, we are all connected, we are all family, eternally. And through His love, we can forgive and love even more than we could imagine so that our friendships are deeper, lasting, and genuine if our friendships are rooted in Him. It's beautiful!!!

Man, He is good.
He has blessed me with an amazing family that I would never EVER trade, friendships that touch my heart and make it smile, new adventures, passions and responsibilities that will shape and define my future, long talks with the best friends ever, the past that has taught me who I am and given me the opportunity to embrace the newness of today, and most of all, His Word to direct my life and dig deep into so that I can know Him more. Gollee! Even through really confusing times, He shows me that He loves me and is in control. It's wonderful.

I am so excited about what this next year holds in my life and the lives of people close to me. Two of my best friends are embarking on the most exciting time in their lives.... MARRIAGE! I am so blessed to be able to be a part in this ohh so exciting time in their lives not only as a friend to help with all the stress of it, but as someone who is watching as two lives join together who are completely and totally in love and who also love the Lord. :) Next year at this time I will know two amazing Mrs. Lairds, one awesome Mrs. Hayes-Vargas, and two boys that have turned into men (( hopefully ;) )). For my life, this next year is full of events and adventures. Between Hospitality and the BSM I get the opportunity to lead in different aspects and venues. This time next year, I will be closing in on my last spring semester here at Texas A&M.... wow. The next 52 weeks will hold excitement, stress, and challenges that I cannot yet comprehend, but I do know that no matter what, He is in control and delights in every detail of my life.

How refreshing!!!!
Praise the Lord, for He is GOOD.