Taking a Leap

I am doing it, finally.  Blogging.  Putting my thoughts and words "out there" for more to read other than my very close friends and family.  I don't know whether I should thank my cheer team, who have not ceased to encourage me to WRITE, or curse them.  But more than those telling me to get this going already, I cannot deny God's nudges, whispers, and SHOUTS to put it all out there; let the world know who I am and what drives, fuels and sustains me.


For those of you who don't know me, I look forward to getting to know you through this odd cyber world that defines so many relationships in this modern age.  For those of you who do, well, you already know that I am an all over the place, passionate, sometimes scatter-brained, laugh one minute, cry the next type of a gal, so you will follow along with this blog and get some extra insight into those crazy ups and downs of the life of Jen! And hey, you were the ones who told me to do this in the first place, so here we go!


Life is not easy.  It is downright painful at times.  In the past few years I have had more moments when I want to RUN away, yet I never could figure out where to run to, so instead I stick around and keep on keeping on.         In doing that, I have discovered a depth to life that I never thought I could experience.  I feel more than I have ever felt.  With intense sadness also comes intense joy, yet it takes seeking that joy out.  Trusting in the promises God has made to reveal our joy in Him.  Trusting that the tears will pass and laughter will come.  Trusting that my soul will grow through it all.  


For tonight, I will end there.  My stories to share will piece it all together, one at a time.  And thrown in, you may even get some random recipes, crafting or gardening tips.  It's what us girls do; tell our stories, share our secrets, cry together and laugh together,  making this life a little easier to bear and enjoy.  Praise God for it all.