Wow, I can't believe it's been two months since I last posted an update on my life. I tend to lose track of time. Especially when God is taking me on an adventure with Him left and right. It also doesn't help that school has picked up a lot and I have a different major project due each week.
But here is a life update :)
I have been spending a lot of time learning. Learning about myself, about people, and about Parks and Recreation. In myself I have been recognizing my desperate attempts at control. I am tugging on a leash that is attached to a rock because I'm scared. I want to be abiding in the rock and I long to be steadfast in the rock, but I'm so desperate for the control of my own circumstances, relationships, and life. A hard lesson to learn, but I am giving the leash slack and recognizing that I am so filled with joy as I move closer and closer to the rock which keeps me grounded and keeps me from being tossed by the wind.
In people I'm learning how we are all craving something and seeking something in the life. Security, peace, acceptance, religion, etc. We are all worshiping something in our lives. I know where my peace is founded and I know where I find my security. Conversations with so many people have told me that they haven't found anything everlasting. I have shared with them where I find my everlasting joy and peace. Some choose not to believe me while others have become very curious. Think of them.
In Parks and Recreation the students in my classes are completely focused on the NPS and FS. I love both of those, but I'm finding that isn't what I want to do at all. I did my freshman year of College, but I want to work with people in program planning. My classes out here are teaching me so much about the desert and winter travel and recreation. An area I never expected to learn about.
From the Deserts near Moab,
Utah is the most diverse state I've ever experienced. If it was on the Ocean (The Salt Lake doesn't count) it would be the best state EVER! Utah is really the USA's best kept secret for outdoor recreation.
I have been experiencing a whole new culture out here. I've gotten to experience the West first hand. Thanks to all my readers and thanks to those who send so much love.
LR
But here is a life update :)
I have been spending a lot of time learning. Learning about myself, about people, and about Parks and Recreation. In myself I have been recognizing my desperate attempts at control. I am tugging on a leash that is attached to a rock because I'm scared. I want to be abiding in the rock and I long to be steadfast in the rock, but I'm so desperate for the control of my own circumstances, relationships, and life. A hard lesson to learn, but I am giving the leash slack and recognizing that I am so filled with joy as I move closer and closer to the rock which keeps me grounded and keeps me from being tossed by the wind.
In people I'm learning how we are all craving something and seeking something in the life. Security, peace, acceptance, religion, etc. We are all worshiping something in our lives. I know where my peace is founded and I know where I find my security. Conversations with so many people have told me that they haven't found anything everlasting. I have shared with them where I find my everlasting joy and peace. Some choose not to believe me while others have become very curious. Think of them.
In Parks and Recreation the students in my classes are completely focused on the NPS and FS. I love both of those, but I'm finding that isn't what I want to do at all. I did my freshman year of College, but I want to work with people in program planning. My classes out here are teaching me so much about the desert and winter travel and recreation. An area I never expected to learn about.
From the Deserts near Moab,
.....to Yellowstone's beautiful Ol' Faithful and Grand Teton National Park....
OSPREY NEST with an osprey in it!!!
Grand Teton National Park, Jenny Lake
I have been experiencing a whole new culture out here. I've gotten to experience the West first hand. Thanks to all my readers and thanks to those who send so much love.
LR
