This is one a sorely neglected blog. I hope to rectify that this year by writing more often about my faith journey and things I find interesting.
Reflecting on 2008 I decided it was a mixed bag for me. I have much to be thankful for in a year that was tough for many. I also had some surprises come my way that provided those “opportunities” for reflection on things I thought were firmly behind me.
I was reminded of how blessed I am to work at a place where we give women other choices and help those who felt they didn’t have any find healing from their past through God’s grace. This last year I had the privilege of walking with women as they broke the chains of their past and allowed God’s word to penetrate their souls.
I remembered why truth is such a fundamental value to me. I am thankful to live in the light of God’s truth.
After years of wandering through So Cal churches I finally found my home and put down roots. I never thought I’d give my heart to a church again, I am a girl with some serious church issues after all. I don’t have rose colored glasses. I know my church home is full of imperfect people, they let me in didn’t they? But slowly, week by week, they wore me down. I have met some of the nicest and truly authentic people there. Seeing their heart for others and love for God melted a bit of the wall around my heart.
For fun I started a blog and discovered online community. I decided to start another blog, apparently I have lots to say. I had the fun of watching others discover Facebook. I was no longer there alone. It has been great to see so many faces from my past, including friends from Kindergarten!
My niece, nephews and I had many great adventures this year. They are so smart and funny. We have shared many laughs, a few tears and deep conversations I was not always prepared for.
I am not sad to leave this year behind but I leave it with a grateful heart.
