Today as I was in the shower, a deep thought hit me. They often find me there, actually. I was struck by what a completely different place I am in now than I was just a year ago.
A year ago, I was in a place where I didn't know anyone, had no friend or family support of what I was doing, had abandoned my life as I knew it, for the most part turned my back on God, and was generally unhappy with where I was, what I was doing, and who I was with.
Now, I am almost at the polar opposite of that. I still didn't know hardly anyone when I got here, but I have already gotten to know people and have built some lasting relationships with them in just the few weeks I've been here. Everyone I have told, be it friends, family, acquaintances, or complete strangers has been very excited for what I'm doing. Instead of turning away from what I love, I have followed it and it has led me to Colorado, where I spend my days being the best dang cowboy I can be. I feel closer to God than I ever have in my life and I feel like I'm where He wants me to be right now. I couldn't be happier with anything that I am doing. I love my work, I love the people I live with and the people I live with, and have a much better outlook on life, no matter my circumstances.
I can feel and see love everywhere. God is love, and He is everywhere, in all things. Turning back to him and following what I feel His path for me to be on is has made me know that love again. It is something I didn't realize what I was living without until I had it back, and definitely didn't realize how much I missed it.
In the words of a good friend of mine, always remember "You are loved!"
lane
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Just another day in the life...and how I feel about it
3 comments:
That's hot. But seriously, I couldn't be happier for you. I was in essentially the same boat my first time going out there for Summer staff. It is very much an experience that I wish I could have again, though at this point I should probably be more proactive and look for community locally. Anyhow, I am pumped for you, and just remember that Jesus probably rode dinosaurs.
"Turning back to him and following what I feel His path for me to be on is has made me know that love again. It is something I didn't realize what I was living without until I had it back, and definitely didn't realize how much I missed it."
:)
Soooooo happy for you Lane. You are awesome!
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