So much to say...

As I lay here on the couch after a day of being sick, I decided to blog. Being sick really gives you a lot of time to think about life, past...present...future. So far, this summer has been full of adventure, stress, and also relaxation. I have been working at the Lighthouse Espresso, which has been a wonderful experience for me. It's my first real job, so it's been pretty exciting. It has taught me how to handle difficult people, patience in frustrating situations, and work ethic. I've gone to the lake, the river, hiked Mt. Jumbo (the mountain the "L" is on), and spent some time at home with nothing to do. And, in less than 2 weeks I will move to Colorado Springs. Today I received my official acceptance letter and packet for theWall internship at Every Home for Christ. It's all starting to seem real, though I can't believe how fast my summer is going by. I haven't decided for sure what I want to do after the internship, so I am leaving that decision in God's hands for now. I am so thankful for the places and experiences God has taken me through and those He will take me through. I am really looking forward to taking this season of my life and dedicating it to the Lord - in prayer, worship and in missions.

Tomorrow is the fourth of July, or Independence Day. We live in a country where we are free to worship God. I am so very thankful for that, and although at times it can cause me to become lazy in my faith, it also gives me so many opportunities to grow in my faith. I have often complained about the church in America being lukewarm and that people who call themselves Christians aren't truly living the lifestyle. But as I complain, I also realize that I am guilty of that many times, and that there really are some amazing men and women of God in America, who have given their lives to spread the Gospel. I am so thankful for those people who give me an example to follow, and I am thankful that I am free to follow Jesus. I am truly blessed. Independence Day reminds me of that.