It's been a week since my last post. The control-freak in me is in complete disarray over this fact, but the quiet girl in the background giving the double chest-thump is mouthing the words: just let it go. And so I will. After all, there are far bigger things in life to direct my energy towards than a few unplanned days-off from the blog world. The earth still spins, the sun still rises and sets, and that is enough for me.
It has only been a week, but a lot is happening in our neck of the woods; it has been seven long, soul-searching days laced with hours of heartfelt and life-changing conversation with family and friends. I'm deep in a season of change and while it has been uncomfortable, scary and downright painful at times, it is necessary for growth, and I know I'll be ok.
It's been a good week, nonetheless. I've so much to be thankful for; our life is filled with so many blessings and little treasures that it is almost impossible to feel anything but gratitude. At least once a day - every day - I am humbled and speechless by something that brings me joy...utter and complete joy. On the surface, I might be having a wretched day (and make no mistake - I have), but at my core? Life is GOOD.
This week, I am happy and grateful for:
...Starbucks Pumpkin Spiced Lattes. I had my first one of the season this evening and Holy Fall. One sip in, and I'm thinking cable-knit sweaters, boots and crunchy leaves. It isn't the same for us islanders of course, so I will have to live vicariously through all of you. Please do not disappoint me. ;)
...Date Night (twice!) with Phil. It's not that often that we will have back-to-back dates that include a cocktail and dinner out, so it was nice to have some uninterrupted time with one another. Phil has had some atrocious work hours as of late; as much as I try to be supportive, sometimes it takes its toll and I just crack (read: I cry). Having this time together, just us, has been SO good for me, for us and our marriage.
...amazing sunsets. The last few nights have brought us some unfathomable sunsets; sunsets that command silence as you turn your face up towards a sky burning a hundred shades of orange, yellow and pink.
...dinner with friends. Love my girl, Caprice.
...my church family. What God is doing in my heart and my life these days warrants a post all its own, but suffice it to say, this is what I am MOST grateful for. Every day, I realize something new. And every day, I am amazed by how much I am loved.
...rest. I've had some late nights recently (staying up until 3:00am - ouch), so crawling into a bed of cool sheets and fuzzy blankets is pure and simple bliss.
And speaking of cool sheets and fuzzy blankets, they're calling.
Goodnight, friends.
So true.... With Christ...at our core...life is good! Love your gratitude list here! Happy day!
ReplyDeleteStaying up till 3am??? My eyes literally started (and are still) burning just thinking of how tired I'd feel w/that late hour. =/
ReplyDeleteI'm happy you're feeling fall out there. :) I lit a fall candle last night and it was a nice change (and smell) to what my brain has been used to.
Happy (almost) fall, my friend.
Emily at Amazing Grapes
Girl I have been drinking lots of PSL to get my intake of Fall :) Beautiful picture of the sunset!
ReplyDeleteSounds like you've been busy but entertained at the same time :) I've had number of late nights and early mornings - I'll really looking forward to sleeping in tomorrow, it's the simple joys is life (like sleeping in) that mean so much to me. Have a great week Angie xoxox
ReplyDeleteOoh! Now you are making me want to go to Starbucks! I freaking love their pumpkin lattes!! ;D And just so you feel better, it's still in the 80's here, so no fall sweaters yet. Soon though, I hope!!
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