Dear World...
>> Friday, December 25, 2009
I am moving to Pennsylvania. I am nervous. I am a little scared. I am full of "What if's?". But you know? I'm ready.
I'm ready because the God who has called us to this ministry is faithful, just, and an ever-present help in times of joy and emotional turbulence.
I'm ready because the husband I am following there loves God and serves Him only. He is a great protector, a humble provider, a dedicated servant, and the best friend I have ever had. He is a comforter, joke-maker, secret-keeper, challenger, and some one I am proud to stand beside and behind. He is going to be incredible and I'm anxious to see all the ways God will use him in our new home and church.
I'm ready because I have a mother who will always be there for me. She's a woman who has taught me many things about life, sacrifice, and sharing. She will always be a phone call, email, text, Facebook comment, blog post, or tweet away (and coming soon: Skype). She's taught me to be strong and capable, humble and firmly rooted in myself, my family, and in my Savior. She's given me wings that I have used to accomplish great things and wings I have used to fly over treacherous waters for the sake of self-discovery and independence. But I have always had a nest to return to and for that I am ever-grateful.
I'm ready because I have a Dad-Bob who loves her so. I would not be able to leave if I didn't believe she'd be cared for, loved, and enjoyed. I'm ready because he's taught me so much about the adoptive love of God - taking me as his own and loving me. Dad-Bob, I will never be able to tell you how much your love for me has helped me to understand God as a Father. Thank you for that.
I'm ready because I have a sister who is a fervent pray-er, a wisdom seeker, and a treasured friend. She has taught me much about contentment, joy, and the difference between the two. She always has sturdy advice, a listening ear, a shoulder to cry on, and a joke to get me laughing - even if it is unintentional. She has taught me to broaden my horizons, walk a little slower, and soldier on. I'm ready because she will always lift me up or bring me down when I need it and I love that about her. She's my wing-man, my book club buddy, and my bestie.
I'm ready because I have an amazing family and friends to help, pray, support, and encourage me.
I'm ready.
