Sabbath

I always thought of the sabbath primarily as a "day of rest", which I still believe it is.... but I also think that the "resting" must also include time of fellowship, encouragement and exhortation with other believers. I can expand a little for you, but only if I give you a little recent history.

Yesterday I had to work. It's not going to be a normal thing; once or twice a year the salon does a photo shoot to use in print work, advertising, decorations, etc. So thankfully they will not be asking me to do this on a regular basis, although I enjoyed the whole shoot- working with all those people really is great. They're so energetic and kind and creative... it's a positive atmostphere. We laughed a lot.

Today is my day off, and it's nice to be able to relax. I did just enough cleaning to make my room liveable (my floor is now clear), but other than that I haven't really done anything. I'm relaxing at the coffee shop, listening to Matchstick Rocket's new single, and maybe daydreaming a bit. But church keeps popping up in my daydreams.... I keep wishing I could've been there yesterday. I sometimes think that church is something we do because God commands us not to forsake the gathering of believers, but today it's different. Usually when I skip a service the effects aren't so obvious or immediate, but today I feel like I really missed out on something. I wish I could've heard Rob preach, I wish I could've closed my eyes and listened to the words of the music I'm not so fond of and I wish I could've given Katelyn a hug. I wonder if anyone else has today off and would like to get together and pray? At least tonight is the college and career group's Bible study. Praise God for Monday nights!

the song in my heart

you are my holiday
you are right in the middle of me
you are my hideaway
you are home

i'm calling out your name
oh my holiday
you make my heart new
and i love you
what it is i'm trying to say is
you are my favorite part of me

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13 days short

... of my 6 month non-posting anniversary. I couldn't hold out any longer. I don't even know if anyone remembers or cares that I have a xanga. I sure didn't remember or care, until today.

I'm not sure what prompted me to post. Perhaps it's the fact that I'm turning a new leaf in general: for some reason I like running (but now my knee is unjured so it does me no good), I'm eating better and feeling healthier than ever, I got lots of cleaning and laundry done today, I've been reading good books again, and tonight I'm cooking a delicious, vegetarian meal for my grandparents. None of that looks very impressive on paper, but it either stems from or creates (can't tell which) an attitude- and heart-change. The motivation is what excites me.

I feel like my weekend just started but it's almost over! I wish I could say the time I wanted was out of reach, but I fear I watched it march right past in front of my nose and didn't reach out to grab it. At least I spent last night catching up with a dear friend, instead of watching two teams I know and care nothing about battle it out on the field. To those of you who watched it with friends- I'm glad to hear it! Football parties can be heaps of fun. I just didn't have access to one, so I made my own fun.

I think everyone should read a John Piper book. Just one. Of course, you have the option to read as many as you like, but I think his main point appears in all of his books: glorify God by exulting in and enjoying Christ. It sounds simple, but it's revolutionary. It will change all your motivation, thought life, desires and emotions, and subsequently your actions, words, and decisions. (The one I'm reading is about desiring God as it relates to finding joy. If you want the exact title, just ask and I'll check for you.)

I love my job.

Each day I feel more like I'm going to play than going to work.

I'm not exhausted at the end of the day.

My hours are not as ridiculous as I'd expected.

Everyone is SUPER nice, and very helpful.

God is good!

I'm in the coffee shop again, but as soon as I finish this post I'm packing up my computer, taking it back to my car, then starting my first day of work at the Green Peridot salon! Today is supposedly for training, and so they can see what I can do with a blowdryer and mannequin. Tomorrow I'll probably be assisting a stylist, which should be fun.

Why am I so nervous? I've already passed my test for licensure and I've got the job, so what is there to be nervous about? Maybe the shakes I have are from the coffee and excitement. I can't really tell the difference.

Pray for me, and if you think about it, leave me comments or facebook messages asking about work. Maybe I'll find time to revisit this lovely place, get online, and reply. I love you all, my darling few readers.