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Monday, August 23, 2010

Here we go…

It's here! The very first day of Grad School. I must say, I'm slightly nervous, slightly excited, and definitely asking what I got myself into! So far my transition and move has been a rollercoaster. So much has happened in the last week alone that I'm truly unsure of which way is left and which way is right. It will settle down and things will become normal again, but it's all chaotic at the moment. I'm establishing a new "normal."

I find that I learn new things about myself whenever I have a fresh start. I'm learning that I really lack confidence in a lot of situations. When I feel out of place or uncomfortable I tend to shut down rather than step up and be who I believe myself to be. I also tend to become super insecure when I have no reason to be insecure. I am a capable, friendly young woman and I can take care of myself. Lord, help me be confident in my abilities and become a woman of excellence! There is no reason to shy away or freak out or become stressed. It's all for YOU, God. Give me the strength to be who I am in You today.

I'm so excited! This is the beginning of something wonderful and amazing! No reason to be nervous at all. God is good and I will do my best to not be nervous, not be anxious, and be myself. No nervous laughter for me. : )

Here's to the first day!

Thursday, August 19, 2010

Grad School

I am SO loving Grad School. And this whole being on my own thing- EXACTLY what I needed. I am in awe of how everything is fitting together and how Jennifer and I are perfect roommates, and my program is perfect, and the area is perfect. God is SO good- and I praise Him for everything that is happening! J

Today has been a weird day though. I woke up with an enormous headache, so I couldn't sleep very well. I got up early and took some Extra Strength Tylenol, but that didn't work. Eventually I made it to the bathroom where I got sick. Definitely not a good way to start the day. However, later Jen and I made pancakes and chatted a little while, so I'm feeling a little better. I think it's allergies, so I'm going to get some meds here in a few.

We haven't met too many new people, but I'm sure we'll start making friends and colleagues soon. I'm dying to visit a church and get plugged in! Until then, though, I am reminded that God has blessed me by giving me such an amazing woman as my roommate. J

I'm gonna head out for those meds now. Peace.