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God's love for you

I wrote this a couple years ago and stumbled across it. I felt like sharing it here. Enjoy!

I was reading an email from a dear soul and it saddened my heart. She has been going through so many hard trying things in her life. It's like a huge wave has been thrown up against her and she is left laying there lifeless. Not knowing what to do. Not knowing which was is up. Not knowing where to go.
It's situations like this where we find it so much easier to stay where we are thrown, close our eyes, and believe everything will be ok. Not wanting to try to get up and brush off the dirt, the hardness, the sadness off us. I know myself I am that way. Let me stay here and never rise again. Im fine. But God is standing right by you with His hand stretched out to you waiting. He is there patient and the moment you turn to face Him, He has the most beautiful smile upon His face. He is not saying anything but you can feel it. It's like He is saying, its ok. Im here now. And as you reach out your hand, He gently grips yours and pulls you to your feet and wraps His ever loving arms around you. There He holds you for a long time. No words have to be spoken because you know you are safe. You are well. You are with the Father. He backs away and gently wipes away your tears with His nail scared hands and brings forth a smile. He then whispers, I love you, and as you look into His eyes you know you are going to be fine.

It's sort of surreal. How can someone make you feel this way. It's true though. He is the King of Kings and no one will ever understand how someone can be so amazing. He is, simple as that. No need to try to fathom it, because you never will be able to. Something you must believe and live out.

I, at so many times, try to figure out how people can live their life without Him. How can you wake up every morning and breath in the morning air and not think of who created it. I cant believe how someone can go out running and think of who made them. I cant believe someone can sit on a rock and hear the waves crashing around them as the most magnificent sunset is setting before them and not know who created that. It is as if God is sitting there painting it right before you. A show, to let you know He loves you. Those beautiful colors filling the sky are a gift from Him. Something He places in the Heavens to tell you He loves you. He wants you to know that.

My trip to California take 1

3:20am came and I dreaded the alarm. I wished to turn it off and keep it that way. I was so tired. I kept getting random texts and alarms were going off on my phone. So I had about 2 hours of sleep. I dragged myself out of bed and got ready for my day. Dad and I headed out to the airport. To my surprise I am told they now charge for bags. Surprise number 2...you now have to pay for water. Yeah...thats all good. So first flight. Into Dallas. I NEVER can sleep on a flight. NEVER! I always shake awake. Well I had the whole row to myself so I laid down and fell asleep. I did hear the pilot anounce we were getting ready to land, so I got up and sat up. Well..fell back asleep. I was awaken by the flight attendant shaking me and saying MA'AM very loudly. Um...I slept through the landing, everyone getting their bags, and probably looking at the crazy girl sound asleep. I NEVER sleep like that. I am a very light sleeper. So that made my day. Had a lot of laughs...by myself. I then headed to Phoenix which was fine. My next flight to my home town was different. My last flight was delayed, I had to change airlines (I have no clue why), check out of the airport, re-enter the secutiry, and get my ticket. When they then told me I was too late. Well, they put me through anyways and I made it just in time. Because the airport in my home town is so tiny, the next flight was 9 hours later. God is good and brought me to my home and I was so excited to see familiar things. I got my rental car and took off. I was so excited to see my best friend Sarah Kate and my two little nephews. Sarah was teaching ballet, so I watched my little men. Diego is 2 and Donovan is 6 months. So fun. We then took off to Trader Joes...which I was sooo excited to go to. I cant wait til Nashville's opens...I am counting down the months :) It is so nice to be here. I love it! I am going to be taking pictures every day to keep up with my blog. I think I will do a daily blog and put all the pictures at the end? Maybe? Maybe just add them every day. I didnt get a lot today, but dont worry...more to come. Thanks for your prayers for safety.....

Random shots.....

I am by no means a photographer, but I love capturing fun times. The shots below are just a small gathering of some fun times...enjoy!
Bubblegum alley, SLO, CA. This is an amazing place to visit while in my
hometown.

I love randomness. I was filling up my tank...AGAIN. Had my camera

so I shot.

One of my favorite places...Mt Herman, CA. So peaceful. So

beautiful. So many hiking trails. I love it!

My favorite....black sand beach, HI. So much fun. Darn phone line

I LOVE this park, but it is like in Boonville. Ha!

My favorite place to hike and jog. Radner Lake. This was taken before

I took off to jog

I left my heart in Czech...

I left part of my heart in Czech Republic when I left in 2003. I spent some of the most amazing time there. Teaching these students was a blessing and the whole experience opened my eyes to the world out there. The world that is aching, hurting, in need of a wonderful loving Savior. I wanted to share some pictures with you that help capture the beauty that I was blessed to enjoy every year. Please enjoy!

Park in Warsaw, Poland. Incredibly beautiful

Palace grounds, Czech

Downtown Prague

St Vitus Cathedral, Prague

There is an incredible story behind this cross. Ask me and I will tell

I went on a boat cruise with some of the other teachers and this was

our view. Beauty!

Inside St Vitus Cathedral

St Vitus Cathedral.....

John Hus. Another amazing story behind this shot. Downtown Prague

Old Palace, Chotebor Czech

Chotebor, Czech. Please ask about this photo. I love this story

Chotebor, Czech. Houses once lived in by Gypsies. This is what

they do to the homes. Saddens my heart.

Charles Bridge. Prague, Czech. My heart

My favorite picture. Charles Bridge. Prague

Praise

Holy Spirit come. Holy Spirit come fill us. Holy Spirit come. Holy Spirit reign down on us. Songs are so powerful. Songs can impact us in such a way that we are moved to tears, crying out to God. I have spent many a days in sweet worship. I woke up this morning not sure what the day would hold. Walking into church I needed something special, a touch of the Holy Spirit in a way that only He knew to give. I entered into a worship that I have never experienced before. Worship started and as I stood up I knew it would be a great morning. The young man whom led me into worship was anointed beyond His years and his humility and passion for God out weigh any man I have ever met. Every song that was brought before the foot of the cross was amazing and straight to the heart. I was able to leave everything that was on my mind at the foot of the cross and clear my mind of everything and focus only on the one who loves me and gave up everything for me. You know how wonderful it is to express yourself in worship and not have to worry about people around you. It's so precious to fall into worship with the loving King who created you and concentrate on only Him. Singing your all, upwards. God is good and He is worthy of all our praise. I encourage you all to spend time in worship, thanking God for all He has done in your life and all He is going to continue to do.

Prague

prague
So it has been 3 years since I walked the cobble stones streets of Prague, Czech Republic. Oh how I dream to get back there. I spent 3 amazing summers in Czech teaching conversational English. Each year something new and exciting happened. The students were amazing, beautiful, and sweet. Always wanting to learn more about America and English. Every Thursday evening we would share the Gospel and there would be many questions from the students as to why jesus loved them. It was a sweet time and I miss it so.
Prague would have to be the most amazing city I have ever been to. I have been to some of the greatest. Paris, London, Warsaw, Vienna...nothing compares to Prague. With it's rich culture and beautiful people, I will never get sick of walking the streets. The Charles Bridge is amazing. Lined with Czech musicians and artists...they have kind gentle souls aching to be seen. St Vitus Cathedral is a sight to see. With it's beauty and ancient stories you will be there for hours. The glass windows will steal your breath away as you stare into the intriquet design. Every little detail captured so delicatly you will want to capture each piece of art.
Oh how I long to get back to my home away from home and breath it all in again. I long to walk across Charles Bridge. I long to sail on the river front. I long to sip hot Chai at the local Chaiovna. I love to sit and catch up with old friends. I long to be the light in this dark dark Country. This Country needs all the love and joy it can get. So...if you dream like I dream, go to Prague. Take a trip and see the sights. And if you need a travel guide, I would love to get back :)