Graceful as a Puppy Dog

Yes, I have always dreamed of being a graceful, dazzling figure skater with sparkles on my leotard. I mean, honestly, what little girl doesn't? I offered this weekend to give a ride to any sophomores and freshmen (youngsters and plebes) who wanted to go ice skating this weekend. I had planned on going and thought they might enjoy it too. Just a low key event. Well, the day came and I grew lazy and was planning on canceling. I showed up and was surprised to find about 18 people waiting to go. Normally underclassmen don't mix with the upperclass. The event turned into a fun day where I had the opportunity to get to know the underclassmen so much better. Funny, how I have lived with these people for 7 months now and yet still do not know all their names (about 120 people in my dorm area). One of my new year's resolutions was to get to know the people around me better. I am really glad that God provided the opportunity this weekend to do that thru ice skating.

The whole weekend was spent with friends catching up. I have been guilty of neglecting my friendships because of my heavy academic load and my time spent with the boy. I was amazed at what a great time I had; and I realized how much I missed interacting with them all. God brings so many phenomenal people into our lives and I often take that for granted. Not any more! = )

The boy and I have been going thru some rough times lately. We went for a picnic yesterday and spent a few hours just talking things out about our relationship, expectations, and desires. We both needed it. He commits so much of himself to our relationship and I am often lagging behind. I feel torn as I try and balance my passion for God, work with children and ministry, my future goals and dreams, and him. As some of you know, who have been praying about this, he and I don't share the same passion and love for God. It is hard to grow together without some of the same passions. But after a long discussion with my dad and then with Kyle, I am hopeful. He is so open and I hope that I can be a good example of God's love.