An Update

It's one of those nights. I tried to go to sleep almost an hour ago and finally opened my eyes and admitted that I am wide awake and don't really anticipate going to sleep in the near future. That's a little unfortunate seeing that I have to get up early, but oh well. So what does one do when they can't sleep? Well I'm not really sure because I'm usually a hit-the-pillow-and-fall-asleep kind of person. I decided to listen to the Pride and Prejudice soundtrack and update the blog. There are several things that have been roaming around in my head, but for my current state of mind, I think this will simply be an update of life in Atlanta.

It's been so good. Truly.

As I said in a previous post, I quit my job and decided to move for no 'logical' reason. The adventure began with a move to Atlanta for a few months to be followed with a summer with Kingdom Building Ministries in Denver, CO. But what did those few months in Atlanta hold? I had absolutely no clue, and still really don't. But I do know that I'm exactly where I need to be.

The first month here began with a very quick trip to Denver to spend a couple of days at Kingdom Building Ministries. I will simply say that it was the most beautifully overwhelming three days I have had in a long time. I'm totally jazzed about this summer!

After the trip began this month of rest. No really. I having been resting. And learning how to remain disciplined with no specific schedule or responsibilities. I signed up with a temp agency. Maintained a steady workout schedule. Had the opportunity to work on a contract project that I absolutely loved. Babysat the most adorable little boy. Helped a friend organize and finish unpacking (more on that later).
Spent some time being still. And that about covers it.

Nothing life altering has happened. Well a season of rest is life altering for me, but not necessarily exciting to the rest of the world. In the middle of this has been a deep sense of peace and goodness. In all of the unknown, I have never been more sure of God's direction for me. And if anyone understands that, please explain it to me. Several people have asked how I've been doing. After the regular response of "I'm doing well" and giving a few details, there's the sense of not really answered the intended question. Usually my response is then, "I'm still completely confident that this is the place God has for me right now." That is followed by a sigh of relief. And what is beautiful is the full truth of it all.

Quick update on the present -
This week I began a month long assignment working for The News Group doing some data input. It's a great project and I will be working 40 hours a week. I'm really grateful for the job and that it's a great overall situation. I'm also babysitting - usually once a week - and I love it. KBM is giving me the opportunity to help out with some curriculum prep for this coming summer. It's wonderful to see God providing very basic needs and also providing avenues for me to be involved in things I'm deeply passionate about.

And that's where I'm at.