the start of new things :)

"but your word is burning like a fire, shut up in my bones and I can't let it go"- sara groves

It is August, this means that for the 11th time, I am starting a new semester of college. Yes. My 6th year. Don't worry though, classes are done for the rest of my life in October :) I am actually not too excited about school. I usually am, but I think after working all summer getting to do what I am going to school for, I don't feel like I should have to go back and learn more. I will, however, go to a football game. I have been to only 2, one on accident, in my entire college career. I know. This picture was taken at the accidental one at the music city bowl:)
Other new things are the start of a new semester of Young Life! I just got back from Baghdad, Ky planning out all the exciting things we will do this semester. I LOVE fall. Especially as a YL leader. Unlike UK games, I love going to TC games and getting to hang out with the awesome girls we know. We have some fun things planned this semester, I am so excited! Planning weekend was great. My team is amazing. I am so thankful for them. I could not ask to do ministry with better people. Here they are :)

On a sad note, my friend Kari is getting married and moving to Chicago. I look up to her so much. She is such a loving and selfless friend. Fortunately, we still have a wedding or two to celebrate with her. Here is Kari :)Another treat right now is that the Yankees are doing AMAZING! I have loved them since I was little, and will love them even if they do horribly for the rest of my life, but it is such a treat that they are doing so well. I love it. Take me to the new stadium!!! (to anyone that is willing...)

Lastly, but definitely not least, is how the Lord has been working. I have fallen in love with the gospel. I think we all come to times where we have a fresh appreciation for it, and I wish it was more often, because it needs to be. Right now is one of those times, and I am so thankful (the quote from Sara Groves at the top sums up how I feel right now). It is only when we come to terms with the good news of God that our lives can live out of response. I wish this was the constant reality in my life. It really is the best news that could ever exist. And it applies directly to my life. One thing I appreciate is that the truth of it offends how I live. It offends the selfish attitudes I can have about my life. The gospel says my life is not about me, nor should it be called "my" life. That is such a freeing and life giving truth. I am thankful.

Well, I am about to start my last week of summer break for the rest of my life. Hopefully there will be some exciting things to write about later, but as of now my week will be spent in the eye doctor quite a bit. Blood vessels growing into my corneas. Awesome.