Putting My Brain on the Shelf

Sometimes that's what I want to do... take my brain painlessly out of my head and put in on a shelf. And get a new one that knows everything I previously knew, minus all of the things that had been previously consuming my mind.

There are tons of different ways I could go with this, and things I could write. Where to begin?

I don't even know, maybe it would be best just to not.

There's so much to it, I don't know where to start. Sometimes I think of me with my mind so consumed and clouded- not with "bad" stuff, just "a lot" of stuff. And then I imagine God, just waiting for me to "stop talking" so He can have a word. We have all been in a conversation with someone where we finally just give up trying to talk, because we know it's not going to happen- the other person just won't be quiet. All the while, if they would allow you to speak by stopping themselves, you would be able to share the solution or wisdom that you have to offer.

Then there's the things that God allows to consume your thoughts, that He will not leave you alone about until you make your move.

Philippians 4: 7 And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.

God's Been Good

GOD'S BEEN GOOD (lyrics with a little tweaking)

Verse 1
Lately I've been looking back, along this winding road
To the old familiar markers of the mercies I have known
I know it may sound simple but it's more than a cliche
There's no better way to tell you, than to say

Chorus
God's been good in my life
I've blessed beyond my wildest dreams when I go to sleep each night
And though I've had my share of hard times, by my side He's always stood
Through it all, God's been good

Verse 2
Times replay and I can see that I've cried some bitter tears
But I felt His arms around me, as I faced my greatest fears
You see I've had more gains than losses and I've known more joy than hurt
As His grace rolled down upon me undeserved

Chorus

Bridge
For God has been my Father, my Savior and my Friend
His love was my beginning, and His love will be my end
I could spend forever trying to tell you everything He is
But the best that I can say it is this

Chorus

Hello, My Name is Aundrea

Wow, it's been almost a MONTH since my last post. A lot has happened. A lot has not. First of all, I would like to say that I love living in North Carolina. Moving hours from your home state and family is tough. But God never leads you down a wrong road. I am so happy to be here- surrounded by countless blessings. God has brought me to a better place. A place He chose- this is where I want you. It caused heartache and pain. Separation and changes. But the trial brought blessing. As it always does. It's been over a year and a half- there are still changes and adjustments to come, each day more blessings are given. I realize more and more how blessed I am.

And today was the first snow of the season. And what a blessing it is. There was only a 20% chance. Did it snow a lot? No- not a lot at all! But, it SNOWED and it is BEAUTIFUL. And even more wonderful is knowing that my friends will be able to make it home tomorrow despite of it. How wonderful- God blessed by providing the snow that I enjoyed seeing, but not enough for us to have to really worry about tomorrow nights incoming flight and drive home. :) God is good.

Another blessing is God's faithfulness to my soul. When He shows me ways that I can be more like Him. Thank you, Father.

Thank you for changing me. And for changing my ways.
Thank you for the new year, I endeavor to serve you faithfully.
Thank you for the friends and family that surround me and support me. And thank you for the friends and family that support me over the miles.
Thank you for the snow. Thank you for loving me enough to give such blessings-things that I want, even though I may not need them.
Thank you for your faithfulness to my soul. Thank you for saving me. Thank you for delivering me from myself.

End of Semester Scatter

It's that time again! The "hurry up and finish all these assignments and finals and final papers" part of the semester. It is quickly drawing to a close. Now just think of all of the time where quitting was considered. :) I have to do all the end of semester assignments and play catch-up with the ones that I am behind on. But, I'm not the only one. This weekend was a share and conquer kind of weekend (in place of divide and conquer). I told Anna... we are in this together. And we spent the whole weekend accomplishing our to do lists. Well, into the early hours of Monday morning as well. :) I didn't want to do my little three page paper so bad that I allowed distraction and took a whopping 5 hours to write it! Haha... yes, it's true. Casey and I went to bed at one. Anna was up til three. And now tonight I have to finish some other assignments... I have a goal of a certain two... one of which I'm now remembering. Whoops. Crunch time the next two weeks!

THIS JUST IN....

ME! For a short space of time. Hahahahaha. I am going to MD next week- Lord willing! I will get to see my family and my extended family hopefully (as in Stephanie and all).

Anyway...I'm thankful for...

5. My job- both of them- I enjoy each one. And I'm also thankful that one of my best friends works with me.

6. My supportive family who are always there for me.

7. My church family who is full of love, what great friendships and support.

8. My friends. Each one is unique. Each one betters and supports me.

9. My pastor and his wife. Who love and support me. Who listen to me over and over. Who counsel and pray with me. Sometimes I wonder if the thought ever crosses their mind, "AGAIN?!"

10. Freedom. Often forgotten and taken for granted. Can you imagine life without it?