ok, the truth is I kinda forgot about this. I journal on a regular basis (actually 8 years) in a notebook, so that's what i've been using.
I started my summer working at Steak and Shake. Which was awesome, because I met a great girl and she made me laugh. Which made us friends. That's pretty much my only criteria. Make me smile and we shall be life-long buddies. However, there were some issues at my store that I couldn't get past. And when I got a phone call from Bath and Body Works asking me if I would like to work for them, I knew God was giving me a second chance. So that's where I've been. and I LOVE it. The ladies and gentlemen that I work with have southern charm. All of them make me laugh, like everyday. And whenever I'm having a rough afternoon, there is this one lady who is full of encouragement. I doubt she is a believer, but, she is a great lady to talk to. I hope I can share Christ with her. Also, good heavens. The store is my favorite place in the world. I love smelling EVERYTHING. And no, I don't get headaches from it. My plan is to work here for the rest of the summer, and transfer to one in Auburn or Opelika. I think there's one nearby...
Other than that, I'm seeing as many people as I can, trying to get in shape with my best friend and my mom, and catching up on my reading. So far I've read Little Women, Redeeming Love, and Emma. My next set includes The Last Sin Eater, A Walk to Remember, Ever After, and Unveiled. I'm starting to read this book called A Praying Life because my mom said so. She told me it would change how I pray. I'll let you know how it goes! Also, I'm now, as of today, I'm going to a college Bible study. We are studying Philippines. We started tonight and I'm pumped. The entire book is only 4 chapters long, however the book is packed with the ideals of a Christian life. Being satisfied with your life. Knowing that love comes before wisdom. Humbling myself as Christ humbled himself before death. Big chunks like that. I'm sure that by the end of the summer, I'll be able to quote the book. (But don't hold me to that ;))
So that's my summer. I miss Auburn, as well as my dear friends. Which is EVERYONE. basically. I miss late nights in my dorm with my roomies, laughing about silly stuff that bothers us. Or about the drunk guys outside our window. I miss the ability to stay up late and do whatever I want. I miss RUF, and my small groups. Pizza, street games, never staying on topic, and watching Mr. Bean and laughing till the tears come. But, I love being home too. My brother is in Honduras right now, but when he comes home, life will be completely normal. Sorta. My mom and dad just know how to make me laugh. And it's such a joy to be back in the comfortable arms of my friends from Flowery Branch. But, God's been moving in my heart. And I know that once I go back to Auburn, I'm going to be a new girl. A girl who is much, MUCH more confident in herself, and what she can do. A girl who doesn't care about being popular or being invited to everywhere. A girl who knows who she is, and is ready to live.
