A challenge

I just started reading Wild Goose Chase. Although I really like the book so far, it actually freaks me out. I feel like I am the "routine, normal Christian" Batterson pities, challenges, and tries to reform. He suggests that relationship with God is much more like a purposeful adventure rather than a peaceful day at the park. Ugh.

I feel myself cringe a little and try to hide from the Spirit's prodding. Can I be adventurous?? Yes! It is just not my natural leaning. I love being with an adventurer who challenges me to push forward. I love going on adventures, but I have to gear up mentally. Working at The Crossing really nudged me forward. Going to Haiti another nudge.

Where is The Spirit nudging me now? Am I willing to go?

No Excuses!

I have no excuses for a lack of communication. Isn't it odd when someone just checks out for a while? I have several blogs I watch, and I occasionally think, "Why haven't they updated?" Thankfully, with my vast media empire, I don't have a huge following and not many pondering my whereabouts.

So... Where have I been?? Life is good. I continue to be so thankful! As I catch up on this blog, my sweet Kate is playing doll house right next to me. Allie is outside in the Teepee she is building (you should check it out). William and Jon are playing chess. Does life get any simpler? Does life get any better?

Where have my thoughts been? Here is what I have been thinking about lately:

• Should I let my hair grow longer? Should I keep it the same color? Should I get it really, really short?
• Can I be more organized? If yes, am I willing to do the work to be more organized?
• Am I being the best parent I can be? Am I being a good wife? Am I being a good friend?
• Is my time being spent well, or am I just "killing time?"
• Should I take students to Haiti in October? If yes, should I go with NVM or with another organization?
• What else needs to be added to that recipe that is brewing around in my brain?
• Why is it that sometimes non-Christians are far more loving, generous, and welcoming than Christians?
• What am I going to do with that 30 pounds of blueberries?
• Who is going to clean my house?

Not very exciting, but there it is!