Girls Just Wanna Have Fun

So my little sister and her friend, Kaci, were in town this weekend and early this week. We had a great time! We went to Schlitterbahn in New Braunfels, TX, to the Astros vs. Cubs game on Monday night, and made a "music video" you can view on my facebook page. My 2 wild, crazy sisters make my life more fun and keep me remembering to lighten up occasionally!

Wisdom Teeth Aren't So Smart

So, I had to have my bottom 2 wisdom teeth out on Friday afternoon. I wanted to get all 4 but now I'm glad I followed the doctor's advice. My bottom two were too close to the nerves and I can't feel my bottom front teeth, bottom lip, or chin! The surgery site itself is healing pretty well, but the nerves apparently are going to take some time.

I know it's not a big deal to not be able to feel for a while, but it just really bugs me. I think I realized that its the fear that it might not come back or it might be a long time before it does that is getting to me. I know it's irrational because the doctor told me that it would come back, but it's hard to think it's true when all I can feel is...well, nothing.

Sometimes, I worry about my relationship with God that way. I know He's in my life, working, even when I can't see Him. But I wonder...when is the breakthrough coming? Will it ever come? I know it's irrational because God has ALWAYS come through for me and I have NEVER been forsaken, but it's hard to remember that when all I can see is nothing. At least nothing with my physical senses. With the eyes of faith I see that He has it all under control and that I'm in His hands, but it's really easy for that picture to fade when the "reality" is screaming at me right in front of my physical eyes.

But, I choose to trust Him about my life AND my mouth! And for now, I'll keep eating my smoothies, taking my anti-biotics, rinsing my mouth, and just doing all the things the doctor recommended, while God heals those nerves and gives me back all the feeling and makes all the swelling go away! Amen! :)

My New Journey

Dallas and I just got a 2009 Dodge Journey! I'm so thankful for it and so HAPPY! God is good to us!

Pastor Sharon

Last week, we visited my parents in Tulsa, Ok. I had a great time! We got to hang out and talk and I was able to see my little sister turn 21 on July 4th. I also got to know her boyfriend, Luke, a little better. (I've only had 5 1/2 yrs to get to know him, haha) We went to church on Wednesday night at Victory, which I went to while I lived in Tulsa. It felt like home.

I was inspired by Pastor Sharon Daugherty and the strength she has shown since Pastor Billy Joe Daugherty, her husband, passed away in November 2009. As she spoke on trusting God and His word and living out the Christian life, I couldn't help but tear up. I am amazed that, though I know it is hard, she has pushed on so faithfully. I can't imagine what it would be like to lose my husband. I can't imagine being able to even stand up or speak under those circumstances, and yet, she has taken the reins of a mega-church and plunged forward. I thank God for such an amazing example of trust and walking with Him. Like I said, I know that she has struggles and that this isn't easy for her, but I can see the peace that passes understanding, and the joy that I don't think I could have if I were in her place.

Her message inspired me, as well. It was simple and practical, but something that was a word in season for me. She reminded me that I need to press in to God's word and fill my heart and mind up with His thoughts and words in order to live the life He wants for me. The desire for His presence was sparked in me again-- a yearning to learn His word and meditate on it was renewed.