Silence does not always equal inactivity

My studies:
     Remaining at Grand Valley State University, I am moving from a very part-time student to a very full-time    student. Beginning this autumn I will be taking a heavy load of courses with the intent to obtain a Graduate Teaching Certificate by Spring 2014.


My job:
     Tuesday, July 31 is my last day as full-time Administrative Assistant for the Academic Office (previously for the Vice President of Academic Affairs) at Calvin Theological Seminary.
     Monday, August 13 is my first official working day as part-time Director of Children and Family Ministries at Grandville United Methodist Church.


My church:
     See above.


My address:
     The 900 plus square foot apartment that I've called 'home' for the last two years is being vacated and I'm relocating back to the Canal Ave. address here in Grandville where I spent the majority of my growing up years.


My housemate(s):
     This Friday I am bidding a (hopefully not too tearful) farewell to my dear four-legged furry companion, as he moves in with a family that will have more time and space to love and care for him. In his place, I will become the housemate to very wonderful, loving and embracing parents - my own.


My relationship status:
     Oooh, this is much more complicated than I wish to explain, or can explain... even to myself.


Collectively the process of making these decisions and acting on these changes over the last few months have been extremely taxing - and still are. I have found myself crying quickly, becoming easily aggravated, and wishing things from people that they are not ready or able to give. 


I have learned how much I thrive on routine and from that routine I feel the freedom for creativity and spontaneity.  


I have learned that self-doubt and God-doubt are too easily embraced, accepted and used as an excuse for non-action and immaturity. 


I have learned to follow dreams and move forward into the unknown and recognize God's little (and big) affirmations along the way. 


And so I move on ~ confidently and optimistically in this new venture of my journey!