I know it has been entirely to long since I last posted. It’s just been super crazy. So I’ll try to give a summary of what’s going on.

Novemer 2009: I took the GRE which was a relief. I was just hoping my scores were enough for graduate school. Ross family came into town, but I didn’t really get to see many because I had to work like I always do.For our new tradition this year we had Thanksgiving day breakfast rather than Thanksgiving lunch or dinner as our family time.

December 2009: I enjoyed all the family get gather’s and the fun times with friends. That’s one of the many things I enjoy about that time of the year. I got my gallbladder taken out on December 16th because it just wasn’t function properly. We (as in my family) realized we’re slowly having to develop new traditions as my sister and I continue to grow and develop our own lives. So this year we did Christmas lunch and we opened presents after we ate lunch and later in the evening went and looked at Christmas lights. So we’ll see what next year holds.

WOW! IT’S 2010!!!!

Now: So the new year has already brought many new things. I resigned from my job January 14th because I felt that I was no longer serving the purpose of my job. There are more reasons, but you can ask me about those another time.  January 11th I officially began graduate school. I know that’s crazy. I’m a grad student. I am attending the Chicago School of Professional Psychology (Online) to get my Master’s in Forensic Psychology. I hope to eventually move up to Chicago and finish at the Chicago School of Professional Psychology with a Psy. D. in Clinical Psychology. And maybe on day I’ll work for the FBI as a Behavior Anaylst. How exciting would that be.

So I’m not really sure what the future holds at this point. But I feel like I must be optimistic and open minded to prepare myself for it. I know this year is going to hold great things, that I will open and close many doors, that I will have a new job, that I may finally have a man in my life, and many many more adventures.

BRING IT ON 2010 I’M READY.      Are  you ready? What does the new year have in store for you.

So we know I’m not really the one that goes to the movies very often, however. I went to the movies last night and saw “I Can Do Bad All By Myself” by Tyler Perry. Well it was AMAZING! It has a great story line and really strikes at the heart strings. I really do recommend it for anyone. I couldn’t find a clip exactly from the movie. But this is a clip from one of Tyler Perry’s plays (Madea Goes to Jail) that is almost like it.

I mean the clip is hilarious to start with, but it really makes you think. Do we really know how  to pray? Have we set an example for those we’re around? Is the Bible completely lost in translation? or Does it even matter? Should we all be able to have our own interpretation of the Bible as long as we understand and we feel our relationship with Christ.  I don’t know this clip just really touched me.

It’s hard to believe it’s already summer. I mean I really understand what my parents were saying as I grew up about how times flies as you get older. I feel like it truly does fly as I get older each year. I’m excited for the warmer weather, but not the scrotching weather. We keep trying to keep up with fun activities for the kids today both outside and inside that will keep them busy. Things are actually going pretty good.

Work is going good. I’ve been able to squeeze in a little bit over overtime which always puts a little extra in the pay check. I’m learning a lot and growing as well.

Dad has an appointment at the University of Southern Charleston on July 15th. We are praying that this facility can help Dad figure out what is wrong so he can return to the person he used to be. Please pray as he goes to this appointment and that we have patience in this process of waiting.

I’m still learning more about things I can change to have a better dating life which is great. I’m really ready to get out there and enjoy the dating world. I do like someone, but just can’t quiet figure out how to tell them. I’m still working on how to be more open so that guys feel like they can see my feelings.

Who knows what could be next.

So sometimes I feel like I’m just kind of going through life not really involved in life. Today in church our pastor was speaking about listening and recognizing God’s voice. Which made me think do I really take the time each day to stop to listen and recognize God’s voice. We are such a rushed society these days that we often forget to stop and listen. If we’re not listening to what God has to share with us then how can we share with others. How can we speak to a lost world about such a great thing if we can’t even hear him speak. Now I feel that just taking a moment in the car or in the shower or just at breakfast each morning I need to just take a few moments sit in silence and listen.

Okay so that was my deep thought for the day. Things are going really good right now. I’m optimistic about what the next few months hold and look forward to what’s going to take place. I’ve been getting some dating advice lately so maybe I can help improve my own dating life. I’m really excited that summer is here although I’m kind of getting tired of all this rain even though I know we really need it.

I ask that you remember my dad. He continues to have health problems. Even though he goes to the doctor they can’t figure out what’s wrong with him so he is just kind of making it through the day. They were trying to get him an appointment at Emory, but they can’t see him till November which is not soon enough. So please pray that we can get him in to another university or that Emory will have an opening that is sooner.

So I know it’s been awhile since I last posted, but it’s been crazy busy. I’m finally in to the grove at work and things are working out. I’m enjoying my job which is always a good sign.

Kim, my roommate from college, and I went to Macon, GA to visit our other roommate from college, Jess, and her husband, Matt. That was so much fun to spend a weekend away with friends and not worrying about anything at home. We decided to stop in Atlanta on the way back which it is always nice to take side trips. We went to the World of Coke a Cola which was great. Kim got to see a picture of her great great great…..relative so she was excited. Then we checked out a little shopping in Commerce which again is always theraputic even though I generally don’t enjoy it. Kim and I have a Vegas trip in the works for June and we are just having fun traveling when we can.

Then the weekend after that my cousin Tyler got married in Goose Creek. We now have added Tyler & Ashley Satterfield to my Christmas card list. Ashley really cool and I really think she fits in just perfect with our crazy family.

Now for what’s going on currently. I’m just enjoying being able to pay off bills and feel comfortable with myself. I’m come to peace that God will provide the right guy for me when the time is right. I just feel so optimistic about the future. I’m focusing on work and going to grad school. I’ve began to look once again and just feel like I am meant to go that far hopefully with a supportive guy but for sure a supportive family and friends. I guess I need to get ready an hold on for this roller coaster ride.

So I’ve been a my new job for three weeks now. It’s alot different than any job I have ever had. I’ve had a lot of training and an off for the last two weeks, but have spent plenty of time working witht the kids. I’m still getting the hang of everything like rules, consequences, and the schedule. But as each day goes on I seem to become more comfortable with it all and feel that soon I will have everything down pat. These kids are like no other kids I have ever worked with. Many have emotional problems and some just don’t know how to react properly in certain situations. I really think I’m going to enjoy the job as time goes on and I continue to get more comfortable with everything. I can’t say much more about it because there I just some things I can’t say. My co-workers are hilarious and make such a serious job a lot of fun. I think things might be harder if we didn’t have the comic relief. It’s nice to contiually learn more about them and look forward to learning from them.

I do occasionally miss my kids at Forest Acres, but I went to visit earlier this week and everything seemed ok. It was great to see them and hear what they had been up to since I left.

I’m still continuing to look to the future at grad school and for the man God has for me. Who knows what the next few months holds. Finally I can hold on with much patience.

Well it has finally happened. I have a full time job starting February 23rd. I will be working at Springbrook Behavioral Health with emotionally disturbed 5 – 12 year olds. I’m actually very excited about this. I finally get to use that degree I worked so hard for. I don’t know what to expect but I know I’m going to learn a great deal and really feel like this is the next step God has for me. I will miss some of the kids at Forest Acres and others not so much, but it is time to move on.

So as this year arounds out in a few hours it’s hard to believe what all has happened this year. I experienced a lot of great things. I graduated from college finally. It has been great not to have homework or worry about projects. I went on my first cruise. It was so much fun and I can’t wait to do it again. I became part of the worship team at church. It has been great to use the talents that God gave me. I’ve also become more involved in other things at my church as well. I’ve also watched as my friends have welcomed their own children into their lives and as their little ones continue to grow. It was a year of many new things and great things.

As the new year will soon be here I’m not really sure what it will hold. I guess in a way I fear what it may hold but do look forward to it as well. I hope that the new year will bring a job that I will love and enjoy. I hope that the new year may bring that man that is meant for me. I hope that the new year brings many new experiences. But I know that either way it’s in God’s hands. 

I hope everyone has a great New Year’s. God Bless!

I’m slowly taking steps into new areas each day. I’ve applied for a job that I really really want and feel like I’m very qualified for so I pray that I get it. I found out that I won’t be working for almost a month because we are not having a Christmas program at Forest Acres like we have in the past. Although I know I must have faith that God will provide. Starting next Sunday I will be teaching our young adult class. I’m nervous about because I’m not really the teaching type, but I feel like it’s something I need to be doing. I’m continuing to get more involved in our church and I’ve noticed a difference in myself. I also continuing to enjoy my time on the worship team and there’s never a dule moment. We are also working on doing another coffee house in January. We are going to try to advertise a little differently this time and see how that works. Now, I’m ready to enjoy the rest of the Christmas season and to remember what this season is about truly.

Well this was the first time in two years that I have been home for the Thanksgiving holiday. I have to say it was amazing to spend this time cooking with my mom and eating with my family. I truly do enjoy times like this with my family because as my sister and I grow up and find our own way in life our time together gets less and less. I always know home will be where my heart is and I have that.  There are many things I can continue to pray about because they weigh heavy on my heart. My student loans will kick starting December 20 and I am really struggling with how I’m going to make that happen. But I know God will provide. I also continue to seek a permenant job using my degree I worked so hard for the last 5 years. It’s a struggle to know that I worked so hard yet I’m not getting anywhere. I know soon things will change and I’m looking forward to it. God has a plan and I’ve just got to be patient. I know he has a job, I know he has a husband, and I know he has a place for me. I guess we always strive to see what’s next and feel a bit lost without knowing that.  End the end I am thankful that I have another to serve God and be here with those I love.