Who is Ever Ready?

I have never read any of the Lemony Snicket books. I always blew them off as too silly for me. I saw one of the movies once when I was around 15, and well... it didn't leave a lasting impression. Recently though, I came across this quote and fell in love with it. The truth of it just echoes throughout my whole being! What am I waiting for? Some things I'll never be ready for, until I do them!

The evidence of this truth can be seen throughout my whole life.

I wasn't ready to ride a bike, until I figured out how to do it after many painful falls. Then I was a 6 year old biker chick cruising around the park.

I wasn't ready to go on my first field trip without my mom, but when I did I had so much fun.

I wasn't ready to play my first volleyball game in 7th grade. I was so nervous I would be terrible in front of a whole gym of people. Volleyball became my favorite sport!

I wasn't ready for my family to drive away 3 1/2 years ago when they helped me move to San Marcos for college. Yet, God used these past years to grow me and help me become who I am and find my identity solely in Jesus.

I wasn't ready to lead a small group or share my testimony until I JUST DID IT. Now, I trust God to speak through me.

I wasn't ready to get in a relationship, because I was convinced that eventually I would hurt the other person. There were so many times even in my mind I would play out a whole scenario of how something wouldn't work out before it ever even started! But God has taught me so much about faith, commitment, and communication with my boyfriend of ONE YEAR this month, Evan! And I'm so thankful and happy.

I don't want to wait the rest of my life and look back to see all things I could have done. So here I am, inspired by a quote from a book I didn't give the time of day. Maybe I'll visit half price and books and check it out. Or maybe I'll start writing my own book one day. I don't feel ready, but who ever is?

Life with the Roomies- Post Grad

The ceilings are a bit higher here. The kitchen gadgets are sharper and sleeker. There are twinkle lights and iron chairs on the porch.

Here, people wear aprons. Walk dogs. And we get excited over carpet cleanings. My first weekend here we painted our walls teal zeal and some other minty color.

 I am now a college grad and I live with college grads that were grads before me. I feel like I'm such an adult even though it was only a few months ago I was studying all night, eating Ramen, and sleeping on a plastic mattress.

I love my new roomies, Kristin and Elissa. Though we've been friends for a few years, living with them is such a sweet, endearing transition. I feel like they are really helping me transition from a college lifestyle to the next level: basically being a 21 year old college grad who needs to learn a lot! I'm becoming more "adultish".

For instance, I've bought my own mattress (which feels like a huge feat- it took me like a month!) and have been endlessly searching for a dresser with the help of my awesome boyfriend, Evan.

 I haven't exactly embarked on huge cooking successes (I made a pretty decent soup, but that's about it)... Though, I have partaken in a lot of good food and received some great cooking tips.

I have learned how to successfully walk a dog, or at least Kristin's sweet dog, Leela. Before this year, I have never, in my life, done that.

My favorite times here are on free days. When all three of our schedules come together and we sleep in, make some good coffee (mine black, Elissa and Kristin's with cream, whip cream, and sometimes pumpkin spice). Or when we pull out the beautiful tea pot and tea set that makes me feel artsy and whimsical. This is a time of inspiration! We spread out across the living room with our Bibles, journals, and eager hearts. Sometimes we talk about blogging, and what a victory it is when we actually write! These moments of comrade re are so precious, and even though I'm aware I'm getting older and life seems more serious, in these moments I am a little girl, coming before my Father, thanking Him for His precious gifts.

Also, I thank Elissa and Kristin for taking me in and expanding my mind intellectually, encouraging me to learn basic things that are enjoyable in life like cooking and writing, and I especially thank them for always being ready with a heart of prayer and wisdom when I need them.

 As iron sharpens iron,

so one man sharpens another.

Proverbs 27:17

Perfume and incense bring joy to the heart,

and the sweetness of a friend is better than self counsel.

Proverbs 27:9

Painting that wall! FIERCE!