life is still good

i found out this weekend my mom does NOT have cancer. that made me really, really happy.

i went to church with my parents this morning. and even though i typically do not enjoy myself at this particular church, my eyes started welling up while singing a song about how great God is. i haven't felt that way in a long time. i haven't felt animosity towards God, or Christianity, just mostly ambivilence. and i was reminded again this morning that prayers do get answered, and that there IS so much to be thankful for.

life has been so busy lately. in fact, i've done 14 loads of laundry in 1 week! but now it's done, and i can rest. well....maybe not rest. but be at peace because of it.

and i leave with jesse for our september vacation in 2 days. it will be a short one, but it is so needed. a road trip, some good music and good company to boot. i even checked the weather forcast and it's supposed to be in the upper 70's all next week! i know that could change, and there's always possible car issues or road construction. but whatever happens, it will be okay. because it's time to get away. and after having 2 busy weekends as well, this and last weekend that is, hopefully i will be ready to be home for awhile when vacation is over.