The simple things

The simple things are those that the heart aches for the most. My heart aches for those simple things that are 2000 miles out of grasp. My heart sobs for the smiles of children who have nothing and have taught me how to be content. My heart longs for the rain that comes tumbling over the mountains without remorse and quenches the earth with force echoed by thunder. My heart cries for the radio call beckoning us to gather to hear of the world still spinning. My heart throbs for the beauty of the clouds lazy floating along the river of the sky with out care. My heart screams for the contrast of red wood against the landscape of the Acacia trees and the screen door slamming as a blond headed girl ran free. My heart trembles for the sounds of wild animals that many only dream about hearing but are the lullabies of my childhood. My heart reaches for the touches on my head that my elders gave thousands of times and the blessings they blessed me with. My heart searches for the smell and the warmth of the sun lingering on the linens. My heart wanders for the wary travelers that graced our doorstep in search of a cup of cool crisp water. My heart quiets for the times when goodbyes were said and tears fell onto the dusty red earth as the roar of an engine signified the end had finally come. My heart aches for the simple things.

Praise God from whom all blessings flow

God knows when you need a good dose of blessings. This past week has been full of blessings and its not even half way over.
Monday: The day started out hard because I had to leave my parents and all those I love in Springfield. God blessed me with being able to stay awake on the road. I made it all the way to Johnson City in one day! I had a wonderful time just thinking and praying all 778 miles here.
Tuesday: Tuesday morning I got to have a wonderful breakfast with the Ross family and Jesse and Trevor Borden and their band The Way Much. It was such a blessing to see the Borden boys after 11 years. After breakfast I went to fill out an application at Wallabies ( a jumpy castle place for kids) and I was hired on the spot! GOD IS SO GOOD! I got to spend the rest of my day with the one and only Katy Fox. She is such a blessing to me!!!
Wednesday (today): I have spent the whole day relaxing and just chilling out. I have been constantly going for the past few weeks since I have been home from Kenya that I am exhausted. Today is been my catch up day and it has been wonderful!!!
I can't wait to see what else God has in store for me for the rest week!
Loves,
Ang