Lent.

Time to give up. Or take something in. 

This year I decided to take something in. I am going to spend time with The Lord and read my bible and journal. On the daily. 

Life has just gotten so hectic and busy that I've really fallen short in that area. And it saddens me. 

So I decided that I wanted to get back on track. And that's what I'm doing. It's tough getting back into something. But I'm glad that I am doing it. I feel rejuvenated after reading the bible and journaling. 

I always feel that way. So I don't know why I stop. I honestly think it's just because life gets crazy and I don't know how to deal. So I just stop doing what relaxes me and start filling my time with meaningless, mindless things. 

Today for example...I got done with work early and made plans with a friend instead of going home. I'm glad we got to hang out and talk. Because I truly love that girl. But I didn't want to be alone. Sometimes I find that is my thing lately.

Instead of getting all hung up on "being alone" I should spend that time with The Lord and in the word. And that is what I am going to do during Lent. Not only pick up my bible and journal but also be proactive in the ways that I spend my time. 

So here's to more time with The Lord and working on me. 

80 Days of Senior Year.

Wowzers. That is how many more days until graduation. Crazy. I cannot believe it. That is just a little less than 3 months.

I know everyone always says that time is flying. Welp it is. I feel like I cannot get ahead. Yet at the same time, I feel like I am just watching life slowly meander away.

The biggest thing that I am struggling with at the moment is...figuring out what I am going to do after I graduate. I really, really, really want to travel and see the world. Whether as an au pair, teaching English,  or even traveling on my own (which I'd be scared to do, but I'd do it!). I just need a change of pace and need to do something different. Lord knows I need it.

I'm looking into a few different things. Teaching English, becoming an au pair, nannying, wanting to travel. Just wanna get out and do it all!

I'll keep you posted with whatever I do. And I'll definitely document here :)

Another's Words.

I Don't Have My Shit Together.

Saw this article on Facebook. Read it. Liked it. Now I'm passing it along to you.

Enjoy.

Compartmentalization.

Last week in my Christian Perspective class our question of the week pertained to compartmentalization of the different areas in our lives. This was the quote that our professor prompted us with:

“Imagine the [TV dinner] tray as your perspective on life. Within this worldview all the areas of your life are placed. The turkey and gravy might represent your job as an engineer or homemaker of social worker. Unless you are always on call, it stays in its compartment. In another compartment you find mashed potatoes – your family life. The green beans meanwhile stay to themselves. They represent entertainment. The most important part of your life is your relationship with God – that’s the “cherry surprise” in the tray’s middle compartment…The problem with this image is that we’re squeezing our relationship with God into a tiny compartment of our lives. Such religion can never satisfy; it will only fragment our lives.” --Greg Johnson

What a convicting quote. And when I thought about it, I realized how much I have been compartmentalizing my own life recently. It has sort of gotten out of hand. I feel like God is being kept in a small box, that I put on the shelf for now. I have drifted so far from my relationship with him, that he isn't part of every area of my life, or as he should be, the center of my life. 

I think that realizing this and acknowledging it is the hardest part. Then trying to get back on track even harder. But worth it. Once you get out of something, it is hard to start back up. Like I know I could be reading my bible and spending time with the Lord, but instead I'll watch some tv or go shopping or work out. It's crazy the things we will substitute for spending time in the word. This month I'm going to get back on track and spend time doing my devotionals and working on getting my relationship stronger. 

My God is not a small God, therefore, I should not put him in a small box and treat him as such.

Quality time.

Whether it is a phone call, a coffee date or a string of texts. Quality time is something I crave from those around me. With the hustle and bustle of life, we are all constantly on the move and I can't stress the importance of that contact with those I love the most.

No matter what the method, any little bit of that time from the other person, is always welcomed from me. A perfect example was this past week, I was so busy and getting flustered with everything that was on my plate. Then a friend from school asked for a coffee date. Even though it was only a quick hour, it was something I definitely needed. And in those moments that we got to spend laughing and talking, I was reminded at how important to me times like these are.

So...every though life can get ridiculously hectic and can be so busy, stop and send that text. Call a friend. Set up a coffee date. Let those that you care about know it. Even if you don't realize it, you are being present in someone's life. And that is a treasured thing. Don't forget it.

Love on others. Because we all need a little love.

116 Days. And counting.

Today was the last first day of my undergrad career.

I am so excited. Only 116 more days to go. Graduation is on the horizon.

Having 3 of my four classes today, I was a little overwhelmed at times...but at the same time, underwhelmed and calm and at ease. I think that this semester will be a fun, but challenging one.

Going to school only two days a week, I honestly don't have an excuse to not do well. Which exactly how I want to end my undergrad. On a high note. I just can't believe that this chapter in my life is coming to a close. Whoa, where has the time gone?

Looking back on the past 5 years, the amount of growth and change that has gone on is quite amazing. I mean, I have gone to 3 different colleges. Switched majors. Changed geographical locations. Moved-in and moved-out. It just seems like a lot. But hey, I'm okay with it. When May comes, it will that much sweeter to walk across that stage. All the hard work. The tears, the long nights, the friendships, the classes, all of it. It will have all been worth it and will have all paid off.

116 days. May 17.

Ready or not, here I come!

Namaste.

I've gotten into yoga over the past two months. It's freaking awesome. Love it! 

It's a wonderful workout and I always feel so amazing afterwards. Everyone should find their niche for exercising. So glad that I've found mine. 

The only drawback is that I am always so tired after a yoga sesh. Probably because working out in a 105-110* room for 90 minutes will drain you haha. 

Here's to becoming a yogi! 

Ohhmmmmmmmm!