Wow.
Not only because it's been over a month since my last post, but because the last month has been eye-opening, newly blessed, and downright interesting. Apologies are extended now in case I begin to ramble...
The main reason I haven't posted in a while is because...I got my first job! I work at a Christian daycare (and won't reveal anything else specifically, because that's probably against the rules for my blog). More about that later.
I also have had lots of "senior stuff" going on, which hasn't been exactly enjoyable, but I shouldn't complain; I'm just thankful He has brought me this far and helped me through it all. I couldn't imagine being a senior without God...just thinking about the life of someone who doesn't know God makes me piercingly aware of my responsibility everyday to do my best to lead my peers to Him. That is a challenge, but I'm up for it with His help.
My "normal" day is quite different from what it used to be. I go to school, but leave around lunchtime to go to work (we have a program for that) and normally get home between 6 and 7pm. I have to be careful and thoughtful about how I use every minute of my day. Especially with Bible reading and study, prayer, and evangelism. It seems that every spare moment I have is spent praying now--which is a good thing.
Although sometimes I'm worn out, I wouldn't trade this experience for anything. I spend my afternoon and evening with a group of sweet, precious 2.5 - 5 year old children--souls to which I can show Jesus by my words and actions. Oh, they are precious. Certain days when I'm off work because of school responsibilities, my first reaction is thankfulness for a day to recuperate from the crazy schedule, but then I miss the little ones. I want to cry when they're not in my arms! It's funny for me to recall my first few days there when I thought I was going insane. One of my main goals in life (Lord willing) is to be a wife and mother, but I wondered if I needed to reconsider that. It only took a week to adjust and now, I love it! When I talk to Trent about them, I say, "My little so-and-so," or "My baby ___," and Trent will slowly remind me, "Hannah...you do realize these aren't your children, don't you?" Yes, I do. But when college begins, I don't know how I'm going to let go of them. :')
More posts to come soon, hopefully. Glory to God in all things!
Congratulations!!! Working with children is a big job, but I know what you mean when you say you miss them. :)
ReplyDeleteI remember the 'senior stuff' being absolutely hectic. Here's hoping you have a problem-free graduation!
And I struggle A LOT with time management-- if you figure out some secret tips, please, please share them.
Hannah! I smiled big when I saw you had posted. I had figured you were busy with Senior stuff and have been praying for you (probably should've let you know that, somehow!) Anyways- I smiled extra big when you described your job at the daycare...what a great opportunity for you! They are your 'spiritual children' (kids you get to impact!) so enjoy loving on on them all you want :) How fun and very exciting! By the way, I completely admire your priority system. Spiritual life, school, working life...I can relate! Blogging(although fun and edifying)can take away precious moments from God...you are so mature in how you seek Him. Good to read a post from you- hope the rest of your Senior year is a blur of blessings from the Lord!
ReplyDeleteYou are such a blessing...thank you for encouraging me and doing God's work!
ReplyDeleteWe are so glad to have you as a leader, teacher, example and inspiration for our precious little soul. Although, I think she thinks she is leading you... she mention how glad you probably were to have her at the Devo to help you sing! (since you two were the only girls) LOL
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