A Beautiful Noise

It's been a while..

Let me start by saying.. you should listen to Band of Horses (seriously).

I just recently discovered their talent, and must say, it is not shy of great.

I am delighted by their powerful yet clear sounds of harmony and melody;

harmony being something that, when perfected, gives me goosebumps.

There are so many good ones but here's a link to check out a fav of mine (listen to all of it):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N1e70tMHjD4&feature=related

Sounds like these make me excited for Heaven because I imagine that I will be a part of this perfect chorus that fills your entire being with joy through song.

...In reflection of the past couple of months, I will simply say.. HALLELUJAH.

He has led me into some wonderful things.

A wonderful family, great friends, an amazing boyfriend, a new and awesome job, and the gentle reminder that He has great things planned ahead.

I feel the Glory of God where I work, (how many people can say that?) and am half-way convinced that our 50-some year old dishwasher from England, is an angel.

Oh if I could only have the peace that woman does!

He is transforming my heart from the inside-out, and I must say it has not been an easy process.. but what great things come easily?

I came across this verse today:

"Not only so, but we also rejoice in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance, perseverance, character; and character, hope. And hope does not disappoint us, because God has poured out His love into our hearts by the Holy Spirit, whom He has given us."

--Romans 5:3-5

I have had some serious growing pains this summer, but it is all so worth it.

One thing I love out here is the open sky. At night, I feel like I can see to the end of the Earth.

I am so blessed.

...That is all for tonight, sweet dreams.

Thursday eve

Last week I worked my first Thursday night.

We have a special dinner, an open-mic and you can bring your own beverages.

I was so glad to see that my family came the first night with a couple friends to spend the evening relaxing and enjoying the music.

I will like these nights. Everyone at "Thyme and Dough" is relaxed and genuinely friendly. I have an alternate family here. 

Last Saturday I worked my first Farmer's Market. It was pretty simple, but I liked the community and the chance to relax in the shade on a hot day.

I am loving it here, but can't help but miss Manhattan and all of the people that made it my home-- you know who you are.

I am realizing that while I miss the simplicity and comfort of Manhattan, my favorite places to hang-out and socialize, and my dear friends, I am constantly making memories and to only focus on my past memories will cause me miss out on the memories that I am making right now.

I find it easy to look back and miss something that I no longer have, but am convinced that a key element to happiness is to realize the blessings that I have now.

And He is not frugal in providing these.