Let's see what happens

Let's be real. I think this is my third or fourth blog. There was one I made secretly in college and never told anyone about. One I made after college to document the crazy things the Lord was doing in my life. Another blog once Rich & I got married. Another one still once we get pregnant...and probably a few in between. I've lost count. But no matter the blog title or season of life I've found myself in, my desire has stayed the same. 

I want to write.

I want to share funny stories that anyone can relate to.

I want an outlet to help process things that don't make sense to me.

I want to share how my relationship with Jesus has transformed my life.

So here I am. Trying again to get momentum to keep going. Keep writing. Even if nobody ever pays attention. Even if it's just my Mom & sister that read this silly blog.

Currently, I am 26 years old {with my birthday 2 weeks away}. Rich & I will celebrate 4 years of marriage and 3 years in our house this Fall. We welcomed our precious daughter, Eleanor Ione, on January 17th, 2013. 

Rich is working as a Middle School Band Director, with hopes of transitioning back to a high school position in the next few years. I am working full time as a Case Manager for the Department of Children and Family Services. It absolutely breaks my heart to have to work, but I am trying to make peace with the season of life the Lord has me in. We are so blessed to have wonderful people helping take care of our baby girl. And my work schedule is very flexible, so I am thankful.

Recently, I've wrestled with what I should do with my desire to write. Because truthfully, I really don't have anything unique to say. I haven't suffered from a life threatening illness. I haven't lost a child. I haven't been overseas. I had a wonderful childhood. Who would even read my writing?

But I think there is such beauty in the ordinary. At least for me. The simple, everyday moments are where I've seen God most clearly. Those are the times I treasure most with my family. 

And that's what I hope to use this for. To remind others {and myself} to stop the negativity and actively seek joy. To slow down. To be still.

Let's see what happens.