new chapter

As the year 2007 chapter of my life comes to a close, it has been good to reflect on this past year. Emotionally and spiritually, I've grown a lot. God has been so good to me. God has used my experiences this year to shape me into who I am now. My hope is that as I look back on each year of my life, that I would not be the same person as I was the year before. That I would be more loving, patient, kind, and merciful and less envious, boastful, and judgemental.

The two major challenges for me this year was school and some health stuff. A little rocky road at times this year. I am so blessed to have my girlfriends. They have been such an encouragement to me. Mel-her giving heart, Jodee-her bluntness that is simply hilarious, Tia-her humour, Miriam-her sweetness, Annie-her gregarious personality, Emily-her gentle encouraging words, Lisa-her continued reassurance. I have been prayed for many times over and I have been needing it this year.

As I reflect back on my life since my family's move from Laos, God has brought me a long way. Wow. Even thinking right now, I am awed and I'm thankful. The places that I've been, the situations I've encountered, and the people that I have met. God had used all of that to shape me.

What does the year 2008 have for me? Hmmmm.... I'm thinking some exciting and crazy stuff. I'm looking forward to opening a new chapter in my life. Waiting to see what God has for me this year.I was rereading John Piper "Don't waste your life" today, and I was encouraged. I want my life to be about God, not about me. What does that look like? Only God knows:-)

Wishing all of you who are dear to my heart a wonderul new year-full of joy that comes only from Jesus.