nurture my body, mind, and spirit

Is it God’s will, our our (my) perception of what God has in store for us. It was less than a year ago that I was all gung-ho and driven on the law school track. Now, I’m perfectly happy (and busy) as a paralegal again. Last year, when I couldn’t find a job, I just KNEW it was because God had it in the plans for me to become an attorney. Now, I feel as if I’m right where I’m supposed to be. I’m blessed, fulfilled, challenged, and I enjoy what I do. Further, I’m no longer interested in killing myself for at least another four years, and THEN beginning a career. So, which is it??? Was I wrong then, or am I wrong now??? At what point are we absolutely sure? Perhaps it was a test of the measure of my faith??? I’m not sure that anyone can ever TRULY know WHAT God’s will is, but I like the idea of being perfectly willing to walk through any doors that He may open for me, and to acknowledge that when a door closes, that’s that. I’m partially torn, however, between the idea that I’m being lazy in “settling” for my career over school right now, but I’m simply not interested in being “entry level” in another 5 years or so. I’m in a good place right now, a place with room to grow, and I like it.

In today’s “lecture” the professor was warning against allowing what we do to define us. It was almost like sitting there having a conversation with my mama! (NO, she’s not as old as my mother, but she’s definitely wise, and I’ve gotta give her “props”). Tht being said, I was reminded during her lecture of my mother’s constant warnings: “You’re so driven” “Don’t let your do determine your who”, and the like. It felt good to have this reminder, but what was more shocking than hearing the advice again, was the way that I responded to it. Back in “the day” I had a career and a point to prove! I WAS what I did, ‘cause in the legal field, your “do” IS your “who” and if you “don’t” then you “wont”! Or so I thought. I am now able to recognize that triune within me, that allows me to take care of Angela, becuase that’s the priority, otherwise “doing” anything is neither relevant, or in some cases, possible.

having done my workout routine, read my word (with a little extra on the side from Joel Osteen), and journaled my ramblings for this morning, I am now ready to turn my music full blast (the kids need to get up anyway) finish my coffee, and take on the world! Look out, Elle Woods! (who, BTW is one of my heroes! LOL)

is as simple as it gets, yet it took me SOOOOOO long to “get” that this is a necessity. I am adding this to my list, as an “in your (okay, MY) face” reminder as to what is truly important in this lifetime.

Activities that nurture my body include flossing regularly, getting regular manicures and pedicures, eating healthy meals, and exercising several times each week.

Activities that nurture my mind include reading books that inspire me to take action or change my thinking about something.

Activities that nurture my spirit include praying, meditating, and being grateful every day.

A week of vacation at the end of December followed by a week of vacation the first week of January allowed me to relax, reflect, and start 2007 off well.

I am happier and more optimistic than I can remember.