Bittersweet
It's been such a bittersweet last couple of weeks so full of joys and sorrows, that I've found myself unsure of how to express such a mix of emotions on here. In many ways I found it easier just to say nothing in the business of this crazy life.
I would really like to start with saying "Thank you" to all of you out there who have prayed for the Murrs. Mr. Murr went home to be with the Lord at the end of last week. I wish I could express how I feel, but words seem so insignificant when I think of the kind of man he was and the impact he had on my life. I can't even express how much my heart is broken for his family. I did picture him in his first moment of heaven running up to Jesus and giving him a celebratory high-five! That's just the kind of man he was. His enthusiasm of life and God was so contagious and challenging to those around him. If you ever met Mr. Murr, then you were going to hear something about Jesus before you walked away from the conversation. I was very grateful for an understanding office who let me leave the middle of preparing for relocating our office to let me come home and be with his family and attend the memorial service.
Speaking of moving, I'm so glad to have that behind me. (almost) We're officially moved and now we just have the few boxes of "stuff" that we have no idea how to deal with. I was very pleased that it all went as planned and without a hitch. One of the partners even said this was the best and easiest move they had ever experience. Team SBL rocks! It truly was a team effort and each employee played a huge part. I'm just grateful the stress of being in charge of it is all behind me and now I can sleep without waking up fearing I forgot something major. =)
Paralegal is officially behind me!!!! I passed my last class with flying colors and I walked away saying "Lord, you did it again!" I know if we'd been relying on my brains only, I'd have struggled, but God never ceases amazing me with his strength and grace covering my life. I truly am blessed beyond measure! So, yes, I'm official! Thank you all for the prayers, encouragement, support, putting up with my lack of social interaction this last year, loving me through my stressed out and completely brain fried moments and your gentle loving pushes along the way. I truly couldn't have done this without my friends and family behind me.
And last but not least...Father's Day. I got to spend it with my Dad this year! That was the first time since I moved 5 years ago. It was so special to me that I was able to be there and even more so that we spent it with my Uncle and Grandfather as well. I love these wonderful men and each moment spent with them is a treasure!
I must say, I now have a ton of free time on my hands. I'm so excited by this and at the same time, I have no idea what to do with myself. Today after church I had lunch with friends, went to the movies with my girlies and all the while felt guilty for not rushing home to read and study. I think it may take me a little bit of adjustment before it completely sinks in that the school chapter of my life is closed and I'm free to just enjoy life. It's a weird and awesome feeling.
I would really like to start with saying "Thank you" to all of you out there who have prayed for the Murrs. Mr. Murr went home to be with the Lord at the end of last week. I wish I could express how I feel, but words seem so insignificant when I think of the kind of man he was and the impact he had on my life. I can't even express how much my heart is broken for his family. I did picture him in his first moment of heaven running up to Jesus and giving him a celebratory high-five! That's just the kind of man he was. His enthusiasm of life and God was so contagious and challenging to those around him. If you ever met Mr. Murr, then you were going to hear something about Jesus before you walked away from the conversation. I was very grateful for an understanding office who let me leave the middle of preparing for relocating our office to let me come home and be with his family and attend the memorial service.
Speaking of moving, I'm so glad to have that behind me. (almost) We're officially moved and now we just have the few boxes of "stuff" that we have no idea how to deal with. I was very pleased that it all went as planned and without a hitch. One of the partners even said this was the best and easiest move they had ever experience. Team SBL rocks! It truly was a team effort and each employee played a huge part. I'm just grateful the stress of being in charge of it is all behind me and now I can sleep without waking up fearing I forgot something major. =)
Paralegal is officially behind me!!!! I passed my last class with flying colors and I walked away saying "Lord, you did it again!" I know if we'd been relying on my brains only, I'd have struggled, but God never ceases amazing me with his strength and grace covering my life. I truly am blessed beyond measure! So, yes, I'm official! Thank you all for the prayers, encouragement, support, putting up with my lack of social interaction this last year, loving me through my stressed out and completely brain fried moments and your gentle loving pushes along the way. I truly couldn't have done this without my friends and family behind me.
And last but not least...Father's Day. I got to spend it with my Dad this year! That was the first time since I moved 5 years ago. It was so special to me that I was able to be there and even more so that we spent it with my Uncle and Grandfather as well. I love these wonderful men and each moment spent with them is a treasure!
I must say, I now have a ton of free time on my hands. I'm so excited by this and at the same time, I have no idea what to do with myself. Today after church I had lunch with friends, went to the movies with my girlies and all the while felt guilty for not rushing home to read and study. I think it may take me a little bit of adjustment before it completely sinks in that the school chapter of my life is closed and I'm free to just enjoy life. It's a weird and awesome feeling.
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