Well, it's been a month back to work and it has been busy. I really think that my boss and colleagues have been lying to me for the past few years - every year they tell me that it's "never" been like this, it'll be slower or better next year, things will be more 'normal'...so far, insanity has proven to be the normal.
I enjoyed my summer and was blessed with some down time as well as with some fun trips (Minnesota, Virginia, and several treks to McPherson). I was glad to get back to work, but I am VERY much looking forward to a 3-day weekend! That's sad considering that one of my districts (my biggest one) doesn't even start back until the 8th. I am determined to relish the quiet...and may even finish painting my bedroom!
Lately I have really been pondering what to do/be in my life. I have always had a heart for children - have always enjoyed travel and foreign lands. In the past several years, I have had such a softened heart towards foreign adoption (China and Africa) and the countless lives that are alone in this world. I want so very much to be a mother, but really don't know if I could even handle that. I can't imagine trying to do that on my own - I am so selfish with my time and energy...it's a good thing my dog likes to be in his kennel, otherwise I may have to keep him entertained! I am hoping that God has a family in store for my future. Chances are that He may not - can I be joyful in that? Or will I just trust Him to know what is best and that His timing in all things is perfect. I don't want to pray for patience though, because He just may indulge me in that waiting game! :)
Guess I'll just wait for the time being...it's a good thing that adoption is a long process because there are days when I could just take them all in!
