My Latest Travelings

     I'm back! I have done so many things I've never done before in the last month. Like sleigh riding, skiing, and skidooing. I still don't know if it's fun riding in a one horse open sleigh because there were two horses pulling the sleigh. (you know Jingle Bells) But, it was still very enjoyable! I had a blast skiing!!! I made it down a couple hills but the last one I got half way down and flipped the rest of the way.... The next day I was a little sore! I guess maybe I should tell you where I was, huh?! I was in Alberta, CA visiting my fiance for Christmas and New Years. I got a bruise on my leg from the skidoo flipping on us and some other minor things like that.
     I saw a lot of new faces. I thought I had seen them all last time, but it seems like everytime I go back there's more people that come out of the wood work! Don't ask me where they come from. It can be a bit overwhelming at times when there's five or six new people. They all remember my name and I'm like "what's your name again?" There was only one thing I noticed there that wasn't quite right with me. The people don't seem to be as bouncy and go getty like here. They don't belt out the singing either. Maybe they're just more reserved. I still prefer southern singin'. (no offense honey)
     Well, I had an amazing time, but sadly it all came to an end. Like usual I cried. But, I got upset enough at the young punk on the plane that took my seat I actually quit crying and my tears never returned. Maybe that was a blessing from the Lord because I usually cry all the way home!( Miriam the red nosed cry baby) The trip was uneventful until I landed in Nashville. My sister, a friend Matt, and my cousin Brandon came and picked me up! It was totally unexpected because I didn't even know they were visiting our place! Very nice!
     I'm trying to get back into the swing of things here. School has started again and so far it's not so bad. I only have 3 months to go before the semester is over! You know, just keeping a positive outlook. My sister and Bro-in-law just left this morning. They were here for a couple weeks and thanks to Jake a lot more got done to the addtion on our house for Granny! I might get to see my friend Jayme tomorrow. And, if I get off here I might get some of my research on prenatal care started. I hope everyone is doing well. The Lord is still gracious, merciful and kind! The kindness of the Lord makes me happy just thinking about it. He does so many kind things for me. 

Psalm 117

 ¹O praise the Lord, all ye nations: praise him, all ye people.
 ²For his merciful kindness is great toward us: and the truth of the Lord endureth for ever. Praise ye the LORD.