There are doors that God has slammed shut for 2010, and others He's flung open in 2011.
I love to travel. It was my initial goal to use my passport every year that it's active. The first year it was used in Mexico. Last year it was used to travel to the far away mountains of Guatemala. This year...
I have planned to make use of my passport while traveling to ISRAEL! The plane departs in about 7 weeks! The weather will be upper 60's. We, all 65 of us that is, will be staying at 5 star hotels, and will be guided by top of the line tour guides! I'll be gone for 10 days! I am so excited to travel where Jesus walked and talked!
And most recently, God has opened the door for a new salon for me to work at! I'll begin there in 1 week! It's a gorgeous facility, with top of line education, and super friendly staff! In fact, it's a salon that I've always longed to work at, but never thought existed in my area. I thought I'd have to live in NY or LA, to work at this top quality of a salon. God has been so good to me!
My apologies for the slacking in the blog department. I am working 50+ hours a week, going back to school, and still trying to maintain a balance with the social life. I can't say that I have it down to an art yet either. Life is busy, busy! Though it would be just as busy chasing after a 2 yr old too, I'd imagine.
But as far as the grief goes, it's still there. More in the background, though. I can honestly say that I feel like a working, single girl now. I don't really "feel" like a grieving mom or an ex wife. I am thankful for the detachment from those "labels". Though, being a mom and a wife are both something I long for. But I am trusting God's perfect plan, and perfect timing for each.
So there you have it. My life in a nutshell.
2010 was a blast! And, I'm looking forward to the adventures that await me in 2011!
Hoping you are anticipating a blessed 2011 as well!
Love,
Nicole
4 comments:
How exciting for you! So glad to hear from you again. Congrats about the new salon as well. If you ever find yourself looking again, I work at a salon in Holland that you would fit in great! Blessings to you in 2011!!
I came across your blog on Friday and have found myself praying for you on many times over the weekend. I am so happy HE is blessing you in this season. Thank you for sharing you testimony!
Nicole -- I am so glad you posted. I think of you often and love having updates on your journey. I certainly was thinking of your boy over the holidays and hoping you were remembering him with more joy than heartache.
Please keep posting - you are an inspiration.
So glad to hear an update! I still check in from time to time to see how you're doing. Your trip to Israel sounds amazing! And congrats on the new job! What salon are you going to be working at?
Glad to hear you're doing well! Still think of your sweet little guy often. :)
Amanda Jones (Dr. B's patient) :)
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