here is the mass email I sent out to everyone in my address book: With a heavy heart I write this email. As of Wednesday night, Paul and I have decided to cancel our engagement. We found that when faced with some issues, spiritually we weren’t ready for marriage. It was a very difficult decision, but we feel that it’s for the best. I know the first thing that pops into everyone’s mind is “I want more details!” I know…
I need your prayers right now. Satan has come attacking full force. This is really serious and although I know God will pull me through this, I feel so weak and helpless. Psalm 22:11 “[God,] Do not be far from me, for trouble is near and there is no one to help.”
I have aged ten years since yesterday. Sometimes, God throws curveballs at the most unexpected and inopportune times. For those who sent concerned emails about my away message, I am okay. “Valley of the shadow of death” refered to a figurative death, not a literal one… The death of a dream, of plans, of innocence. I’m sorry to be so vague, but there’s nothing more I can say. Today was one of the worst and longest days of my life….
Last night, Eagle Eye Cherry’s song “Save Tonight” was going through my head. And before I knew it, it was morning… And I was waving goodbye to Paul as he drove off… And once again we are apart. I think the day he leaves is one of the worst, because right now I just want him here again. But I did enjoy my two week visit with him. It seemed much longer than two weeks, which is so nice. We…
The title is a tribute to Calvin and Hobbes. These are the lazy, hazy days of summer, which I love. Paul’s two week visit is winding to a close soon, so we have been trying to pack as much fun in as possible. I love the sun on my face – especially when cruising in my dad’s convertible. I love the companionship of my favorite person in the world. And I have lived in Orlando a short enough time to…