The countdown...

Hey ya'll! I'm so sorry for not posting anything since November...is that possible??? Yes, when you're me, it is! I gotta tell ya it's nice to know people actually look at my blog:)

I received a facebook message from my friend today reminding me of my countdown. That's right, folks, 5 days left before I leave my current decade to move into a "wiser" (so I'm told) one. It still takes away my breath (a bit) that I could be at such a moment in life. Now I realize that many folks (i.e. Carolyn) would say, "30 is young, so stop complaining." And yes, I do agree...but come on, throw me a bone here...it's still a big deal!

It's funny how life takes you where you never imagined. I must admit I'm such a girl...I thought I would be experiencing marriage and children at this point in life. And to be honest, it's hard at times to watch those life-changing moments occur around me yet not allow ME to be the participant. Don't get me wrong, I love that those moments and changes are occurring to my dear friends...I love being a part in those joyous times. And I say thank you to my friends who have included me in those special moments.

And then I get up from my stinkin' pity party and see all that my Lord has given to me for NEARLY 30 years. I have been blessed to have a healthy family who displays agape love; a best friend who is experiencing a healthy pregnancy; friends who generously give me the title of "Auntie Sue" to the most precious little ones in this world; 2 cats who greet me no matter what my day held; a group of college friends who allow me to be silly & grow in my knowledge of entertainment/reality TV; friends whom I've met at church who love to give hugs & listen to my desires & actually think I'm funny; an education & job that challenges & fulfills me especially when I look into my patient's eyes; a country that's not perfect by any means but one that is free---a blessing many women do not experience; colleagues & coworkers who have become my mentors; and MOST importantly, a Lord who has saved me, forgiven me and has given me these unworthy blessings.

So, what more could a girl want? I have so much more that I could have dreamt:)