Or..you know...not.

So Massachusetts never happened. Long story. But I've been spending a rather 6 unsuccessful months in my hometown. Well, I'm sure one day I'll look back on this and be like "Oh, so that's why that happened." But today isn't that day. And that's okay.

So now after trying to stay patient and open to what God really wants and questioning several things...where am I? I'm headed to Florida with my Aunt to see if I can find a job. Because for 6 months it's been nearly impossible here. But it happens.

I'll be honest, I have no idea what I'm doing. No idea where to go or why anything has happened the way it has. But that's okay, I'll know someday.

Not everything has been incredibly boring or unsuccessful or just totally incredibly lamer than lame. I was hired temporarily as a Choreographer for an up and coming Show Choir, however, the season is over so nothing is happening with that right now. I was also on the worship team at my sister and brother-in-law's church. That was an experience...umm. I've had a lot of time to practice the piano. And I think I learned something, I'm just not quite sure what yet.

I'll try to start blogging again...I've even taken a lengthy break from my physical journal. There just hasn't been much to say. lol

Anyway, I leave Thursday morning. Shouuulddd be funnnn.

Stepping out into what God has called us to do.

It's been a while, I know. It usually is, isn't it?

I got accepted! And when I had plans to leave next August, it looks like God may want me there sooner. A few weeks ago I got an email from the school telling me that they're opening a new class in January. The more I've thought and prayed about it, the more I think this is an opportunity God has opened up for me to just jump at it.

I'm so excited.

So right now I'm just working out the logistics.

Goodbye Missouri, Hel-lo Massachusetts. ;)

Ya Gotta Have Faith

I will answer them before they even call to me. While they are still talking about their needs, I will go ahead and answer their prayers!
Isaiah 65:24

Tomorrow is a big day. I have my phone interview with the Hallmark Institute of Photography in Turners Falls, MA. I've been praying for this for months. Trying to seek God's provision for my life, where He wants me. So if you think about it, pray for me. ;)

Lis Ann II

That's right. There's a boat named after me. Two even!

When I Come To Die, Give Me Jesus

Tonight I went to our cheap-o theaters with my adopted family to see "Night At The Museum 2" which was hilarious as the first. I love movies that make good sequels instead of making those "hey, the first one was a hit so let's make a low-budget sequel that people will simply go see because they liked the first one and hope this one will be just as good but won't be" sequels.

When I came out I had missed a phone call from my mom. I already knew why she had called, so I returned the call right away. She told me that Papa John had passed away a little while ago. It was really peaceful and the nurse was already there along with everyone else. I feel horrible that I can't be there right now, but I am glad that I decided to make the trip up there to see him one last time. I wish we had more time with him to get to know him more. But even when I was up there I got to visit with him and learn more about him. He told me about his life growing up and his siblings. I'm really glad I was there.

But like I said before, I hate goodbyes. And my hate for goodbyes only reminds me of Christ's promise that we as believers never truly say goodbye.

I'm eternally grateful for everyone's prayers and support. My job's for allowing me to take off time to visit my grandpa. And thank you very little to the coffee shop that I just quit because they couldn't find the decency to treat me like a human being amidst it all and more. That, my friends, is a perfect example of a goodbye that I welcome with open arms.

Congratulations to Papa John for his return home to the Lord!