So, I've been thinking of starting a blog for a little while now. Yesterday I had coffee with a new but fantastic friend who sorta talked me into it. I read hers and decided that even though I don't have cute, cuddly kids yet doesn't mean I have nothing to post. Hopefully this will be a new way for our far off family to stay up-to-date with what is going on in our lives and in our hearts. Also, create another way for me to procrastinate and fill time :)
The title of this post is Change. That, for the most part, sums up Chris' and my life for the past 6 months or so. When I'm asked how I like married life, my response is usually something along the lines of, "Oh, it's not much different. We mostly just hang out more." And while this may be true, we do hang out more, things have definitely changed. We are learning new things about each other (like Chris needs the house to be tidy and neat for him to feel productive with his studying), and we're growing with the changes that come our way.
I used to think that I was good with change; that I adapted well and could morph into any given situation with ease. I'm learning otherwise. With large amounts of change, at least, I'm finding myself longing for the familiar - the past. When I drive through campus I wish I was still living there with my girls. Listening to my favorite playlist on my iPod makes me want to be a freshman in St. Joe's, staying up too late, drinking too much soda, eating too many chips, and dancing to that same playlist with my roommate.
Don't get me wrong, I love the new stage of life that I'm in, but it's just that - new. New apartment, new cross country team, new relationship status, new health insurance, new bank, new dishes, new furniture, new NAME! It's a lot to change at once! But through all this change, there are two things that have stayed constant. My wonderful Chris, and my wonderful God. The three of us are unstoppable. I know that no matter what changes come, we will not only survive, but come out on top. So bring it on, life! And in the meantime, I'll keep you all posted.
5 comments:
Wonderful post! All I want is to live in the past too. I guess all we can do is make the best of now! Loved having coffee with you and can't wait for tomorrow night!
My baby is growing up!
So glad to see your blog - now I can keep up with you and Chris!! :)
Changes can be difficult, but you have the right attitude, girl!
Ugh...there are some days where all I want is to just take classes and run. Now I am taking classes, running (at times) working, and trying to be a good wife. Boy is it hard! PS: I felt the same way when Dan and I first got married. I missed my family and wondered why everything had to be so hard to adjust to!
Growing, growing, yes! Just as we all should be doing.
So glad to know about your blogspot, (thanks to your Mother!) - and so glad to read your good, realistic account of the
present status in life, and your wonderfully positive attitude, which has your Faith as its foundation. Vitally necessary to stay afloat in this chaotic life!
at any age or in stage!
Keep your eyes and heart on God and the one He gave to you - Chris - and all will be well.
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