I've been trying to think of something to say that will draw your interest and let you know how I'm doing and let you know how to pray for me. So here goes.
Getting ready for a ballet recital. All my girls are so beautiful and I'm not worried about them remembering their dances at all. I know they will be fine. And even if all they did was stand on stage and smile, I would still love them and be so proud. Being a teacher I think gives me a glimps of what it's like to be a parent and I already know it's something I'll enjoy some day.
I'm trying to keep my head together as I prepare for training camp, the recital, and balence it all with work, and have time to relax and spend time with God so I don't go crazy.
I keep trying to remind myself that God is enough. And even when I feel way out of my league and I don't know how to do it all, He has everything under control.
He reminded me of this in an odd sequence of events. As I was getting out of my car to go in to work at 5:30am the other day I felt the warm wind on my face in the darkness and I was thankfull that summer is finnally aproaching. A thought came into my head that sounded like God. "Enjoy my bounty."
"Bounty, God? You do realize I'm a waitress and am trying to save every penny so I can go on the World Race, right? I know you are rich, but I don't feel like I have extra money to spend on enjoyment right now."
Despite my negative talk, just talking to him alerted me to his loving presence and I went into work with a good attitude. A couple hours later there was a misunderstanding and I found myself walking out to a table sat with three frowning people.
They had been sitting there for a while and I had not known it was my table. Needless to say they were a bit upset.
I told them of the confusion and did my best to take good care of them, checking on them often and trying to make them happy. I did this not only because I wanted to make sure they would bother to tip, but also because I didn't want them to think I was lazy and bad at my job.
As they ate they became less gruff with me. Then my manager went to talk with them and paid for their meals. I continued to make sure their drinks were full and they assured me everything was tasting fine.
And when they left and I went to clean the table, there was $20 on it.
Now I know that's not a lot of money, but it is very rare for people who are upset with you to realize it was not your fault and be gracious with you. This was a small and simple reminder that God works in all things, even uncomfortable mistakes. And that God's love and resources are bountiful. Even when we don't see it.
My training camp for the Race is quickly aproaching and I will be driving down to the mountains of Tennessee with some fellow racers. I'm really looking foward to it as it will be a lot of fun as well as some good practice for packing and breaking in my camping gear. I hope to learn a lot and be more confident and prepared when I get back.
Then, just two more months and $10,000 more and I'll be launching off to Kenya! If you would like to help me reach this goal drag your mouse to your left and click on SUPPORT ME.
I just found out that 3 people on my squad might not be able to come to training camp if they do not get enough support by tomorrow! If you want to help these brothers and sister in Christ reach their goal, go to their blogs to donate.
chriscurcio.theworldrace.org
tomhoffman.theworldrace.org
laceepeloquin.theworldrace.org
Please pray I'll be able to raise the money and pray for my team mates and me as we prepare for this awesome journey.
