The List

Hello friends! So, last week I started to make lists. Not just any kinds of list. I made life lists. Sounds corny, right? Just let that sink in for a second, life lists. But despite how silly it may seem, I think it's fitting for me. I need more direction and more focus. I've been thinking about the things that make me happy, and the things that challenge me as well. So I wrote. And wrote. And wrote. Now I have three lists full of things that will bring me happiness, enrich my life, challenge me, and teach me new things. I'm so excited!

Also, I've already accomplished one of my goals! I visited a congregation in another state. Just knowing I was able to drive there safely, meet new people, and return home without incident made me proud of myself. And on my way back home, I got to see the sunset. The position of the sun, and the light reflecting off the wet pavement of the busy highway was amazingly beautiful. I found myself smiling, happy to experience such a lovely sight.

I hope you're having a great evening. I'm off to plan, prepare, and dream. My "Things I'd Like to do before I'm 25" list is below. Ta ta!

Very brief

I have something that I plan on sharing with you soon. I'm really excited about it! I apologize for my short posts. Hopefully, they will become better as time goes on. I think I fear long, rambling posts and boring people to tears. But I promise it won't always be like this. Things are going to be more interesting around these parts. Just you wait and see.

So, I am off to sleep. Goodnight! *Waves*

Turning dreams into a reality

Remember that snow storm, I wrote about yesterday?

Yeah, it totally happened.

So because of the huge amount of snow, I got to stay home from work and pursue other interests. (Surfing the internet, napping, and eating too much chocolate granola.) I also looked at some apartments and job openings. I have hope, but I know I will need lots of perseverance in these upcoming months. Somehow, I must dig deep within myself to make these things happen. It's scary. Sobbering as well.

Now on to a different subject. Forgiveness is powerful. And I'm learning more and more that you must forgive continuously. It's so weird. One minute I think I can bear someone's prescence. And then I am reminded of what initially made me angry. What an ugly process. I am really needing to move on from certain people. Enough is enough, already. I had a great epiphany as I was leaving the gym. It could have been post-workout endorphins. Maybe it was the promise of a snow day and time for slacking off. Whatever it was, a great thing crossed my mind. You are too fabulous to chase after those not worthy of your time. (Not to say I'm some sort of glamorous woman. However, I'm really proud of my quirkiness.) But it makes a lot of sense.

I want to set my sights on bigger things. I want real love. I am deserving of it. I want freedom, and I want stability. I even want to work hard. It's possible to have this in life. Somehow, I know it's possible.

Free Yourself

Happy March, everyone!

Oh, how I'm ready for spring! (As I write this, a snow storm is on its way.)

So it's been decided that I'm done chasing after people. I am determined to stay busy and do meaningful work.  I've also come up with some goals. Since I'll be 25 soon, I really want to live on my own. I have lots of good reasons why, but the main one is that I feel I will do better on my own. So it's time to simplify, save, and rationalize. Let's hope this month will be full of productivity and contentment. See ya later!