God has a sense of humor...

A little bit ago, I got some potentially devasting news from a close friend. The first, and only, thing I could think to do was to ask God to not let it be the case. I felt like God was saying "it won't be" but my confidence in knowing His voice has been a little shakey lately. My next question is God, how do I know its You and not just me wanting it and trying to convince myself.

As clear as day, Luke 17:5 popped into my mind. Having no clue what it said, I made my way to Biblegateway.com where it read "And the apostles said unto the Lord, Increase our faith". All I could do was giggle. The He immediately reminded me of 1 John 5 where is says "And this is the confidence that we have in him, that, if we ask any thing according to his will, he heareth us: And if we know that he hear us, whatsoever we ask, we know that we have the petitions that we desired of him."

It is so awesome how even when we are not where we should be, God is still faithful in not only reminding us of His promises, but keeping them to the end. Unworthy and not deserving am I but yet He still loves me. Who could ask for more.

Give this kid a contract

Now anyone that knows me, knows that I despise the thought of kids shaking their goodies around like video vixens. For starters, most of them can't count to 20 or read short story without assistance, but someone has managed to aid them in memorizing the entire dance routine and lyrics for the favorite MTV video.

Well I came across this on the train while headed to work this morning. This is no exception. This kid has got this video down packed...but I can't help but think how many times she must have watched that video to memorize it...and is she spending that much time learning to add, subtract, multiply, and divide...what are her reading skills like???

Despite all of that, she is a cutie pie, so I thought she was worth a post. Perhaps her parents are developing her artistic skills as part of her extra-curricular activies....let's pray

Recovery in progress

This weekend was so amazingly awesome. Not that I went jumping out of plane or trying bull riding....its just the way the entire weekend panned out.

For starters, my dad and his wife came up from Arkansas to visit my young cousin who recently underwent a kidney transplant. Of course we did a little shopping while they were here and I finally got to try Omaha Steaks. The jumbo shrimp...mmm mmm good. The chicken breast are perfect portions and I'm still looking for an opportunity to try out the steaks.

Friday night, I hung out at the Little Black Pearl Workshop for a Singles' event hosted by a sister church. Poetry, games, and a silent auction....I won housekeeping, which everyone says I don't need. I have to remind people that my house is so clean because I'm always slaving to keep it that way. I'm loving the idea of allowing someone else to do the cleaning. Saturday included a trolly tour of the city and a stop at the Hershey's store hosted by another sister churchs' Single's ministry.

I had great hopes for this event. A few years back, I went on a skiing trip with them and it was awesome. However, it will have to be something really special before I join them for another outting. The concept was great but the execution and service was poor. Despite that, I managed to make my own fun at the Hershey's store, and walked away with waaaaay too much chocolate for one person.

Sunday and Monday were spent recovering. I didn't accomplish nearly what I wanted but I did get some much needed rest :))

Before the week is out, I must:

1. sign up for swimming lessons
2. complete tax statements and organizing church office.
3. complete my taxes
4. send docs to lender
5. complete final assignments for ministerial class

What's wrong with me?!

This mornings' train ride to work could have been a change in the course of events. As I take my seat, I notice this tall, dark, and extremely handsome young man standing on the other end of the car. As I take my seat, we are facing each other, although through 2 plasic/ glass plates. As I start to put my head phones on, the conductor makes the "common" announcement about the trains running behind due to technical difficulties (that's a whole different post). We catch eyes and Mr. Handsome throws me a huge smile but instead of smiling back, I freeze up just before glancing away from him.

Now, what is that all about? As I my exit approached, I got up to stand by the door, gaining a better view of him and hoping he'd throw me another smile...because this time I was ready. No such luck, never even gained eye contact with him again.

So, I realize that I have to work on this. I've gotten so accustomed to being in my own world and being so preoccupied with busy work that although I wanted to meet someone I knew that I really didn't have the time. Now that I do have a "little" more time, I've got to get away from blowing people off. Playing hard to get is one thing but being unapproaching is unacceptable...especially for a princess.

K

January 3, 2009

I haven't, and don't know that I will, create a resolutions list this year. I feel like it would be more profitable to create small weekely to do lists and accomplish tasks as they arise...what do you think?

Well its Saturday morning and momma slept too good last night. I was in bed by 11 (mostly due to boredom)...there is only so much Guitar Hero one person can play. This weekends accomplishments will include:

* Change mom's 401k allocations.
* Find out who my current lender is (sucks when companies buy each other out)
* Add pertinent events to my blackberry (after it finishes charging)
* Call dad (why would he call me at 730am on a Saturday...he must have had to work)
* Return items to Walmart and Ikea
* Finalize arrangements for DC (the Inauguration is going to be so hot now that I have tix)
* Mail AB's Christmas gift
* Try to renew YMCA membership
* Complete final assisgment for Ministerial Class
* Complete homework for ACOG class

That may seem like a lot in someone's book but its actually not to bad. As part of my consecration for the month of January, there is no television after yesterday. Which for me is really not a big deal...the only real addiction I have to TV is Law & Order:SVU...and did I mention that new episodes start this coming Tuesday. OH well, I need some time with God so I can get focused and get some direction in my life.

Well time to get up from the computer and get to shaking. Want to be back home by the time its dark outside....highly unlike :))

hizgrace is sufficient

No matter how you say it....

Akemashite Omedetou Gozaimasu (Japanese)

Felice Nuovo Anno (Italian)

Onnellista Uutta Vuotta (Finnish)

Nakutakaia Heri Ya Mwaka Mpya (Swahili)

Prosit Neujahr (German)

Chu Shen Tan (Chinese)

Hauoli Makahiki Hou (Hawaiian)

And right here in Chicago, we say.......

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!

Life goes on

History...

So, remember how about 2 or 3 years ago LNH was in a really bad accident and I posted it to my blog? I do. I also remember that it was due to that posting, that I was contacted by one of his "love interests". And no, it wasn't his girlfriend at the time. It was kind of weird because she claimed to have been given my info by LNH but he gave a different story. Regardless of how she found me, she did. And after a few IM conversations it became very clear that she wasn't a long lost friend trying to find out his medical status. She could have easily contacted his girlfriend for that information instead of using me as a third party. After that ordeal, I thought I had heard the last from her.

Present...

Tuesday morning, I'm lying in bed in between snooze buttons when I get a Yahoo IM from...guess who???? Yes, the mysterious woman... The message read something like "I'm not sure if LNH has informed you but we were united in marriage on Thursday. SO, Happy Holidays from Mr & Mrs. LNH and family". Now, this could have been a harmless message allowing me to celebrate their union, however, when I responded with "congrats and Merry Christmas" I didn't recieve a thank you or anything.

So to ensure that I wasn't crazy (I can over analyze things at times), I asked a couple of other people their thoughts...to make it simple...a few of them wanted her contact info to tell her a thing or two. I found it kind of funny. Why? Well almost a year ago, I told LNH that I didn't think it was good for us to communicate anymore. Since that time, we've shared one or two emails just "checking in". But I'm guessing he didn't bother to tell the wifey that his first love wanted him to settle down, get married, and have some babies (although I don't know if that last part is going to happen).

The funny thing is, last week, I was deleting some archived IMs off my PC and came across her Yahoo handle. I immediately thought to myself, "they should be married by now". Then a few days later she sends me this text like my feelings are supposed to be hurt. I'm so happy I don't know what to do. What is interesting is that he didn't tell me.

Needless to say, I'm happy to have gotten one of the folks on my prayer list married off...only got 6 more to go....and I think I hear wedding bells for JK in the near future...YAYYY!!!!

So congrats to Mr. & Mrs LNH...I pray that you guys have a marriage filled with all the love, joy, and peace that only God can give. God Bless You!!!

The Princess