Life is so Exciting

I'm having a hard time falling asleep tonight because I keep thinking about how God is good. Seriously, He's so good. He's so awesome. [I'm really trying hard right now to not use the word awesome in any sense other than describing God, because nothing is as awe-inspiring as Him.] My life is so good right now and I can't help but to give all glory and praise to Him! [I'm also trying to devoutly practice the Sabbath and refrain from doing school work. This was difficult in undergrad, which means it will be so much more difficult here. But I know this will be extremely rewarding if I remain faithful. Only in His strength!] :)

I've been living in New York now for two weeks, and I couldn't possibly have imagined I would be as happy to be here as I am now. 

* I have made some wonderful new friends (and still have wonderful old friends at home!). They challenge and inspire me. They hold me accountable and push me to grow. They're increasing my comfort zone and opening my eyes to new ideas.

* The things I am learning in class are exciting, inspiring, motivational, and challenging. I actually look forward to going to class and doing homework. I don't want to take the easy route.

* God provided enough financial aid to cover my tuition plus some. 

*He gave me peace in one of my biggest worries - finding a home Church for the year that I'll be here. There is a wonderful young adult Bible study to attend and young adults to fellowship with.

* My housemates and easy to live with, we get along great, and have fun times together.

* The social work program is full of diversity. My housemates are diverse. My professors are diverse. My new Church is diverse. I love diversity.

* God opened the doors to a wonderful internship. It's the perfect exposure/experience for what I want to do with my life. My supervisor seems great. I'm excited about starting.

* I have a homey place to stay in and call mine. I feel safe here.

* My landlord has become like family - he lets me crash his pool to swim (and sunbathe) on hot days. 

* I have wonderful family back home who are supporting me through everything. They want to hear about the small details of my life, which i like to share.

* I have fantastic Church-family back home who are so encouraging. They send me cards and bulletins in the mail.

* I have an amazing boyfriend who is faithful and patient with me during this transition.

* God is taking care of my grandma and healing her. He provides encouragement and peace when her road to recovery takes a detour. He comforts me when I want to be by her bedside. He reassures me that she is loved and cared for.

* God has renewed His passion and calling on my life. I have peace about where He is taking me. I am excited about what He has in store for me. I trust Him that this where I should be.

* And finally, I have a week off between Summer classes and the semester starting so that I can actually breathe :)