30 years ago to the day, after 10 months in the womb, I finally decided to arrive!! – my poor mother! From what I hear, pregnancy for 9 months is a long enough haul, let alone anyone adding another month to it! I think it’s been the pattern of my life though – I still love to take my time about things!
I have had an awesome day so far. Presents have arrived from all around the country and the phone calls and texts have been pretty steady. I had lunch with my session mates which was a great time to just escape from College and enjoy each others company… my chai latte was also superb! I’ve just had a full-on back massage as well so with a nap on the agenda anytime soon, I’m curled up in front of the heater with ‘The Italian Job’ on in the background, contemplating life – I still want to drive a mini like Charlize Theron does!
I’ve heard of some people freaking out a bit as they hit 30 so I guess I’ve been preparing for it for a little while to save myself the grief! As I was sitting at my dining room table reflecting the other night, I remembered setting some goals in my late teens of where I thought I’d be…then I roared with laughter and felt incredibly thankful for where I am today!
My 20s have been great. I love my life, I am loved and I love the friends & family that I have. And the biggest blessing of the last decade? – that’s simple. I’ve spent all of it with God. By the world’s standards, I don’t have much to show for being 30 - no house, no whiz-bang big company job, no salary! - and since I became a student I have even less (!!) but I have never been left wanting. I am rich in God and that works for me and anyway, if I wanted to rave about anything, I figured this was the best guide:
I have had an awesome day so far. Presents have arrived from all around the country and the phone calls and texts have been pretty steady. I had lunch with my session mates which was a great time to just escape from College and enjoy each others company… my chai latte was also superb! I’ve just had a full-on back massage as well so with a nap on the agenda anytime soon, I’m curled up in front of the heater with ‘The Italian Job’ on in the background, contemplating life – I still want to drive a mini like Charlize Theron does!
I’ve heard of some people freaking out a bit as they hit 30 so I guess I’ve been preparing for it for a little while to save myself the grief! As I was sitting at my dining room table reflecting the other night, I remembered setting some goals in my late teens of where I thought I’d be…then I roared with laughter and felt incredibly thankful for where I am today!
My 20s have been great. I love my life, I am loved and I love the friends & family that I have. And the biggest blessing of the last decade? – that’s simple. I’ve spent all of it with God. By the world’s standards, I don’t have much to show for being 30 - no house, no whiz-bang big company job, no salary! - and since I became a student I have even less (!!) but I have never been left wanting. I am rich in God and that works for me and anyway, if I wanted to rave about anything, I figured this was the best guide:
As the Scriptures say, "The person who wishes to boast should boast only of what the Lord has done."
1 Cor. 1:31 (NLT)
Ah….so much to look forward to! I’m excited about what’s ahead – a little apprehensive at times but on the whole, just plain excited! Don’t forget – big party (or dinner at least!) – for all those who can join me in Auckland in July. Thanks for all of you who made contact today – you’ve made it all the more special!
3 comments:
Hey Karen!! Happy birthday and welcome to the 30's!! It's not so bad! :)
happy late birthday! sounds like a deeelicious day you had!
Hey Karen,
Its so encouraging to read your blog; you've been so faithful to God, I think of you often.
'When we have Christ - we have everything!!' ... and you're living proof of this.
God bless you heaps,
love Steph :)
PS. Sorry i haven't sent those sunglasses but still can if you let me know your address.
email me:
elliott@wai-int.school.nz
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