I'm not gonna lie...this current season in my life is not my favorite. It's actually quite painful and I'm struggling with being content. The joy of the Lord continues to be my strength and I'm trying to focus on all the many blessings I am so thankful for instead of the blessings that haven't been given to me just yet. That being said... I realized today that I need to find something to keep me busy so that I can STOP worrying and over-thinking. My over-thinking has gotten so bad that I've had a headache as a companion for the better part of this week. I'm so silly for worrying...surely if God can make the sun rise and set without fail everyday since the creation of the earth, He can manage to work out His plans in my life. Things I'm majoring struggling with right now: patience, waiting, trust, surrender.
So, in an effort to get my mind off my troubles...I bought hobbies! And where better to buy hobbies than at Hobby Lobby, duh! After treating myself to my favorite frozen yogurt, I drove over to Hobby Lobby not having a clue what I was going to get myself into...basket weaving, cake building, flower arranging...the possibilities were endless. Here's what I ended up with:
A Mosaic Kit, Wooden Jewelry to decorate, and Crocheting! I'm so excited. It was interesting that I was drawn to all the types of crafts my mom had me do when I was little. I used to love crafts and I haven't used my creative skills in many years. I'm interested to explore what made me give up something I enjoy so much as well as hopefully uncover hidden talents I didn't know I had! I can't help but wonder if God is going to reveal some skill that I'll be able to use on the mission field some day....
I also started learning to play the guitar today! My brother is letting me borrow my dad's guitar to learn on. I LOVE that guitar and have so many memories of singing with my dad while he played on it. So far I have mastered the G and C chords. Tomorrow's goal is D and E! :) And I am beginning Beth Moore's
90 Days with Jesus: The One and Only. I'm crazy excited to learn more about my Savior and love Him more. And of course, I will always love bubble baths, reading, singing and spending time with my precious family & friends. Hopefully I can keep myself occupied during this season in life, challenge & learn more about myself, and grow closer to God in the process. If you have more hobby ideas, pass them along!
"So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God." ~1 Corinthians 10:31
Hey girly! A little over a year ago I bought both a guitar and a "Knitting for Dummies" book. I have made very little progress on the guitar and none on the knitting. I keep thinking "oh, I'll start that this weekend...". I wish you much better luck than I have had sticking with (starting) it!
ReplyDeleteYou will be in my thoughts and prayers this season. Call me any time if you need anything. We'll have to get together over Christmas break or something :)
Love you!