I am sure you all know what I am talking about when I say "NO MORE!!" and just want to run away to a silent beach and take a deeeeeep breath. This is how I have felt the past 2-3 weeks. JUST EXHAUSTED!! Getting a full-time job + school + getting ready to move + owning a puppy and training her + exams + little issues that just irritate you (Ry's car, trust issues etc) = ONE TIRED JENNA!!!
I did get to have Starbucks with Aim and Hansen today, which was a delight!!! We shared a few laughs over yummy drinks and enjoyed the sunny weather. Oh, also we cruised the mall to window shop and I tried on some of Old Navy's spring line... SOOOO NICE! I just pretend I will one day be able to go on a fantastic shopping spree and not feel guilty about buying the pointy heels I have been eyeing up since December :)
Life is beginning to show it's true nasty colours to me, as I wake up each morning with a pre-made list of "Jenna duties" for the day. Becoming an adult (if you call me that) has perks, but has definate reality checks. I am in the middle of one right now - DEBT... or the d word as I like to call it.
Though, through all of my long days and stressful evenings - I always thank the Lord for the gifts He has given me each day, this week - though busy and stressful - has been filled with blessings,
- SUNNY WEATHER!! I took some time to myself this morning and went on my first jog around PTBO of '08!
- My puppy - being absolutely adorable when I came home from work.
- Aim, the best puppy-sitter and housemate one could ask for! She's been a good listener these past few weeks, and past few years.
- The smile on Ry's face when he picked me up from work, because he has a car that finally works! (though temporary). Also - I am thankful for the help Ry gave me while closing the store... throwing out garbage bags, accepting about 4 dozen donuts haha!! He is spoiled too :)
- My favourite scripture - 1 Thess 5:16-17 "Always be joyful. Keep on praying. No matter what happens, always be thankful, for this is Gods will for you who belong to Jesus Christ."
Even now, at 12:30 at night, while I lay in bed with achy feet and shoulders from a crazy close shift, I am thankful, and joyful. I am cozy, and warm, and full, and blessed with more love then anybody could ask for.
Life is GREAT - crazy...and sometimes chaotic - sometimes stinky, sometimes makes me stink... but - at the end of the day, joy is the best way to fall asleep!!!
Okay - SOOOOO cheesy, but I am too tired AND JOYFUL, to care!!!
- Jenna Dowling
- Just living is not enough. One must have sunshine, freedom, and a little flower.
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The joy of the Lord is your strength.
Things will slow down eventually. Wait until school is done and over with and you'll complain that you have nothing to do at all! I also am enjoying the warm weather..and taking Honey for walks too! She's currently passed out on my bed after a long half hour walk! You should see her....
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