Why I suck at blogging

So, if you haven't noticed, I go through phases on my blog. Every so often I do a good job at keeping up with my blog, but lots of times, I don't keep up at all. I think there are a few reasons why I often don't keep up with my blog.

1) I often spend most of my day working on my computer so when I'm done working, I get sick of being on my computer.

2) I don't think I'm very creative, so I have a hard time thinking of things to write about.

3) I forget that I have a blog.

4) I would rather relax in another way than writing.

5) I'm not very disciplined.

I'm sure I could come up with more reasons as to why I suck at blogging, but that's probably enough for now. I just wanted to put all that out there to let you know I am aware of my suckiness and I want to change. Isn't that how it works, first you admit you have a problem, then you start taking steps to make the change. Anyway, I really do want to do better. I think blogging is a good way for me to share my thoughts with those who I don't see often and I could use more discipline in my life. So, because the summer is a little more relaxed here in Madrid, I am going to attempt to blog once a week. I've put myself out there now and give you all permission to hold me accountable. Hopefully you'll hear from me soon!!!

Photos

I have finally updated all of my photos on my flickr page. Make sure you go check them out here to see more.

My absence

I apologize for my absence. I have no excuses. I'm just sorry. I promise to try harder, but I can't make any promises beyond that. I am sending out an email update this week. I will try to also post it here. Here's hoping you will hear from me again soon!!!

In My Bible

Today I found this on a single sheet of paper in my Bible:

Lord, I am seeking you.
I seek your beauty.
I seek in silence.
The words of my silence are praise.
When silence is returned with silence,
I wait.
You seek me.
In your glory and power, you seek me.
As I wait, you seek.
Patience.
Silence.
Grace that leads to faith.
I trust.
I trust you.
I trust your beauty.
O Lord you're beautiful.
Your face is all I seek.

28

So this past Monday I turned 28. It was a good day. I went to work, went to ballet, and went to dinner with good friends. Birthdays are weird. It seems like your birthday is supposed to feel different than every other day, but in reality it just doesn't. It did get me thinking though, about how blessed I am. God is just way too good. So in honor of the gift I received from Him, my 28th year, here is evidence of how blessed I am and how good God is.

1. I have the most incredible godly parents!
2. I have 2 brothers that actually love me and look out for me.
3. I have friends all over the world who care about me.
4. I live in Spain on financial support from over 75 people.
5. I go to ballet class twice a week.
6. I am learning a new language.
7. I have been given the privilege of worshiping my maker.
8. I am able to travel.
9. I have clean clothes to put on every morning.
10. I have skype and can talk to family and friends for really cheap.
11. I have a wonderful place to live in Madrid.
12. I have enough to be able to give to others.
13. I received birthday presents.
14. I am writing this on my own computer.
15. God died to save me.
16. The Lord's mercies are new every morning.
17. Have you been outside in a warm breeze on a sunny day? Enough said!
18. God loves us no matter what.
19. God forgives.
20. Jesus knows what it's like to live this thing we call life.
21. God has given us the Holy Spirit to guide us.
22. We are able to come into the presence of God. (No mediators needed. Thank you!)
23. God provides all of our needs.
24. We are called to live in community. How cool is that. He doesn't want us to be alone!
25. God has gifted each person in a unique way.
26. He still works miracles!
27. My father comforts me and cries with me.
28. God wants only the best for me in this new year of life.

Don't forget, that He wants the best for you too. God is good!!!

One Word

If God had one word for you, what would it be?

If God had one word for me, it would be...

COME

New Start

I'm working on a new look for my blog and hope to have a new start with my posts as well. I know I have been absent for the last couple of months and for that I am sorry. These last couple of months have been busier and more unexpected than what I had expected. I guess that's what unexpected means. Anyway, I am really hoping to start posting again soon. Thank you for your grace and patience. I hope you are all enjoying the holiday season. I pray that you are all with those you love celebrating the one who loved us first. Until the next post...God bless!!!