today

September 11th, 2009- Can't believe it's been 8 years. 5 days after my 21st birthday, 9/11 rocked our worlds. I was working in DC at the time, actually painting an old house with a couple of friends. We thought it was a joke, when the DJ on 98Rock announced the tragedy. Hours of traffic, fear, and phone calls later- we were back in "safe" Carroll County. I remember sitting with my Aunt, Uncle, and Cousins that night in complete shock, having no idea how this could have happened.

My thoughts are with those who are mourning their loved ones today. Thank you to all of the men and women who gave their lives to rescue others.

Never forget.

a work in progress

Who would have thought that this introverted, independent girl would be able to LOVE having roommates, and 3 of them at that?! But, I do! It is wonderful to have someone or several someones to help with house projects. The community we have in that home is priceless to me at this point in life. Team work- Yesterday evening we ripped down the awful fencing around the back deck, that was really serving no purpose at all. Now we have a direct path into the yard. Wonderful! I have so many plans for that space!

Besides the fact that God has give me a love for a full house of roommates, I know God is doing a work in me, and I hope it never stops. I have been praying for a heart change among other things. I have noticed that worship songs are affecting me the way they did during a really pivitol time in my life. My early 20s were really tumultous, but God was working through each experience to change me. During that time, and currently I get so emotional while singing/hearing worship songs. There's one in particular that moves me. The Revelation Song. Ummm- WOW. Can you imagine tens of thousands of angels singing "HOLY HOLY HOLY" to our God?! Gives me chills!

Another reason God is working in me...

After a little break from ministry, I have decided to get back into it! I am going to be working in Childrens Ministry on Sunday mornings. This is a big step for me, since my exposure to children has been limited in the last decade. I am really excited to work closely with several good friends as well as some pretty cool kids! Since I've started attending the morning services at Grace Chapel, I haven't had a chance to get to know a lot of people. This ministry may provide some relationships, and I am looking forward to to that!

God is good. I am blessed beyond belief. There are so many daily reminders of His love.

Happy Wednesday!