As anyone who knows me... knows ... Fall Quarter has been about the hardest ones of my life. I have never struggled so much with ALL of my classes as I did this time. Even though 2 of them were in my strongest subjects... English... I still had a rough time. I am glad to say I survived them and didn't lower my GPA as much as I thought I would.
But these 3 months were harder for me for other reasons. Just as in my schoolwork, I wish to excel in life. I want to be a good wife, mom, daughter, grandma, friend, and servant. I didn't fair as well in these areas this quarter. I doubt I would have 'passed' if there had been a grade given for the quarter. However, the good thing is that, with new quarters, come fresh opportunities. Do overs. Mulligans.
And isn't that just like Jesus? He helps us learn from our failures and gives us a hand to start over again. So, with the knowledge that He is beside me, I look forward to January, with all its busy-ness, and with a fresh viewpoint.
There are so many things to work through... like what is it that God wants me to do with my life... how can I order my day better... understanding the family issues that seem to overwhelm my life at times...
but... there are so many things to look forward to... a new granddaughter in May/June... new opportunities with our youth group... hope for those who don't know Jesus in our family... more time spent with family... more challenges in learning at Clark... more time spent mentoring young people...
so, as the piles of snow melts in our front lawn, I can feel the pull to 'get going' again. I have much to do. I am just glad for another opportunity. Hope I do better in Winter 09. :-)
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