Singing till your vocal chords hurt, laughing till you cry, screaming because you can, snorting while you laugh, sharing random thoughts, acting strange in public, being a little over-the-top and embracing the beautiful female you are is exactly why every woman needs to sometimes grab a close girlfriend and get the hell out of town!
In 4 hours one of my closest friends and I will be doing all of the above. In addition, acting at times very not so 'lady like' and taking plenty of photos that will likely never see the light of Facebook.
I have enough outfits, bathroom supplies and entertainment crap in my car to keep two women looking and feeling good for a month; however, we're only leaving for 4 days. Gosh how we women always over pack and will still realize that we've forgotten some necessary item.
Our destination is Nashville, TN. We have no set agenda, obligations or hotel accommodations. The only requirement is fun, excitement, cowgirl boots, cowgirl hats on after we cross the Illinois border and that we keep the trip affordable.
I'm excited and I know, that when I'm older, I will look back upon this experience and miss being young and free. Free from the attachments that my 20 something life yearns for.
Wednesday, October 26, 2011
Monday, October 24, 2011
A Purpose
My cousin, Eugene Selje, passed away Thursday night from a heart attack. He contracted HIV a number of years ago and the virus was very aggressive to his body over the past year. He told my Aunt that he felt he had no purpose in life. When she informed me of this, I felt great sadness for him. I could imagine feeling this way when you realize that your health is fading and the hope of tomorrow becomes a luxury of pain and sickness.
My cousin and I lived a thousand miles apart; however, I always felt a connection with him. The virus he had did not deter my love; if anything, it strengthen it because I witnessed his strength and inner beauty. I never thought HIV or AIDS would affect someone I cared about, let alone a family member. I always imagined it to be a virus we were warned about in high school, but would never come into contact with.
Gene may of felt that he didn't have a purpose near the end of his life, but in many ways his passing may of been one of God's purposes. I know since his passing, I've made it a point to be more alive. To love a little deeper, acknowledge those around me, take in the air I'm breathing, spend more time with the Lord, sing a little louder, cry when I feel down, and take in the beauty that surrounds me. I've been looking at things a little differently and I know right now, I have a purpose and a potential to do great things.
God has many purposes for my life and I look forward to completing them. I've been reading the book, 'A Purpose Driven Life' by Rick Warren. I'm into day #18 of the 40 days and it helps me to understand and want to fulfill God’s purposes for putting me on earth.
I am thankful for today and love my cousin, Gene. If you are looking for your purpose, check out this book.
My cousin and I lived a thousand miles apart; however, I always felt a connection with him. The virus he had did not deter my love; if anything, it strengthen it because I witnessed his strength and inner beauty. I never thought HIV or AIDS would affect someone I cared about, let alone a family member. I always imagined it to be a virus we were warned about in high school, but would never come into contact with.
Gene may of felt that he didn't have a purpose near the end of his life, but in many ways his passing may of been one of God's purposes. I know since his passing, I've made it a point to be more alive. To love a little deeper, acknowledge those around me, take in the air I'm breathing, spend more time with the Lord, sing a little louder, cry when I feel down, and take in the beauty that surrounds me. I've been looking at things a little differently and I know right now, I have a purpose and a potential to do great things.
God has many purposes for my life and I look forward to completing them. I've been reading the book, 'A Purpose Driven Life' by Rick Warren. I'm into day #18 of the 40 days and it helps me to understand and want to fulfill God’s purposes for putting me on earth.
I am thankful for today and love my cousin, Gene. If you are looking for your purpose, check out this book.
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