Almost 30

In about two months, I will be leaving my 20′s behind and moving into my 30′s. Since I was a little girl, I’ve always wanted to be 30.   Sounds kind of weird, huh?  When I was younger, my mom used to take in boarders to help make ends meet.  One particular woman was in her 30′s, educated, sophisticated, and classy.  She was also quirky, but confident.  I wanted to be just like her when I grew up.  So I guess that’s where I got the idea that I wanted to be 30.  In my teens, I thought the time would never go by fast enough, while in my 20′s, time just raced by me.  After reflecting, I’ve realized that God has blessed me tremendously in my 20′s.  He has truly given me the desires of my heart.   Here are some of the desires God has allowed to unfold in my life:

• I received my BA in History from the University of Redlands, a top private school.  I’m close to being done with my Masters degree after what seems forever.
• I was able to travel to six different countries (including two short-term missions trips).  Two of these trips I was able to travel alone which was always a dream of mine.
• I started my teaching career and I love it! I'm not a veteran yet, but here’s to year 6!
•  I’ve learned to live solo and love making my little home special.
• I’ve had a blog for almost three years.  For me, the importance of the blog was to remain consistent at something and be a blessing to others. 
• The most important thing: I've established a very dependent relationship with Jesus Christ.

All these experiences have been gifts from God and I look forward to making the next ten years just as exciting and growing even more in my relationship with Jesus Christ.   Let the 30′s begin!

April