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day one

So, today is day one of Spring Semester at University of Delaware. I always like the beginning of each semester because it gives you a fresh start. I have a pretty light schedule, but will still keep busy, as one of my classes has 3 parts to it - lecture, lab, and discussion.

Not much else going on...

PTL [praise the lord]

So, I just got back from my interview! And guess who has a new job!? moi.
That's right, I just got another job and I am so excited for it!
I work about every week! I cannot wait to start this Monday night!

Anyway, in other news. My running has been going great. I've been at this, strong, for 2 weeks now. almost 3 on Saturday. I've come to enjoy the runs/workouts. My goal is to lose 10+ pounds and I'm doing well so far. I've lost 2 pounds so far since the beginning of this journey, and I cannot wait to see the end result.
I'm working out to please myself, to make me happier, healthier, and more in shape. I was perfectly happy with my previous self, but I am striving to be better. I've noticed with the exercising, that I am able to sleep better at night and thus makes me more awake and energized.
I set a date, April 3, 2011, to run my 5k. My dad is going to do it with me, and I absolutely cannot wait. I cannot wait to be able to accomplish this goal that I will have been working on for 2+ months. I know a 5k doesn't sound "big" to some, but it's a step towards accomplishment for me. I've run a 5k before, but that was when I was "fit" from playing high-school sports. I've since stopped those sports, since I am in college, and time gets away from you...before you know it, you are out of shape.

That's all I have for now..my final is less than an hour away. Wish me luck & hope you all have a lovely day!

update

1). interview tomorrow morning
Yes, I did some "reaching out" to my church and offered a hand in the child care department. I knew they paid their babysitters, so I figured it would be a great way for me to earn some money, on the side. There would be events possibly weekly, at most monthly.

2). I also reached out to my uncle, who is an appraiser. I told him I was available for any random work needed. I'm looking for anything.

3). I have my finals for winter session tomorrow...pray to God that I do well! I really need to get my GPA up

4). What was I thinking of giving up coffee for two months? two. two. TWO. stinkin months! This sure will be a test for me...

that's all for now...i'll update tomorrow, after the interview.

patience is a virtue [that i am lacking, right now]

"Patience is a virtue"-Chinese proverb

Okay, so I am having a tough time with patience right now. I'm struggling.
I work at a bookstore, I have been there about 3 years and some months, and I've found it a real struggle to get any hours recently. I haven't worked in 3 weeks..that's crazy!
I have talked with my manager letting her know that I am available to work, even though I'm taking classes. I told her two nights a week, and weekends, is when I am available. I told her this two weeks ago. I don't know what else to do? I have no idea why I'm not getting the hours?! It could be because the lack of business? I don't know, I am just very frustrated right now.

Due to this lack of hours, I am currently on the hunt for another part-time job. I'm looking for something possibly in an office on campus, or nannying, etc. I'm at a loss.
I just need patience to get through this period, to wait and see if I end up getting more hours and/or another job.

I really should be better at this...

So, I've tried this once. And by "this" I mean blogging. I started back in July, and I also ended back in July. I found another blog that I enjoyed, something that suited me more for that period of time. I've since come to find that I would benefit from writing my thoughts. Whether I write everyday, or just once a week.
I wanted to come back to this style of blogging because I feel as though I need to write out my thoughts, ideas, and random things.
My other blog is more of a "pictures" blog, and while I still frequent that blog, I am going to try my hand at this again.
So, please, wish me luck...

Insecurity.

"we all have insecurities. they piggyback on the vulnerability inherent in our humanity. the question is whether or not our insecurities are substantial enough to hurt, limit, or even distract us from profound effectiveness or fulfillment of purpose. are they cheating us of the powerful and abundant life jesus flagrantly promised?" - Beth Moore.

"So Long, Insecurity" by Beth Moore, was recently recommended to me by a good friend. I went into this book with two different aspects: one, I've read so many books that have brushed the topic of insecurity and now here is another one. I sure hope this doesn't get boring and that I lose interest. And then the other aspect, I could really use any advice right now. I'm feeling more insecure than ever, lately, and I just need help.

Let me just say I am more than pleased and I am only into the first two chapters. Right off the bat, it hit home; I felt all of the author's words speaking right to me and at times made me flush in the cheeks because I was embarrassed that almost everything Moore wrote was true in my life.

Insecurity has been more relevant in my life recently dealing with an insecurity, labeled jealousy. It's a nasty one, to say the least! I hate it. I don't try to be jealous, it just happens. And quite frankly I don't like it when I am jealous. I honestly never ever thought it was linked to being insecure. And this jealousy occurs most in a relationship, even just friendship. I'm trying to deal with it, and its rough. But I am putting some faith in this book and hoping it will provide me with some answers and a new outlook on life.

"The Lord is your security. He will keep your foot from being caught in a trap." Proverbs 3:26.