Today.

I sit here and I reflect. Suitcases packed & ready to go tomorrow morning.

This summer has been a whirlwind of emotions and events. There have been ups and there have been downs. I am grateful for His consistency through all. I have learned much over the past months. I have learned that only He will forever be there for you. I have learned where my limits are and the importance of Sabbath. I have learned that without exception, it is better to give than to receive. I have learned how quickly all things can change. I have learned how quickly trust can be broken. I have learned how people quickly jump to conclusions. I have learned to chase my dreams- even if that leaves you alone. I have learned to listen for His voice harder and to act when He speaks. I have learned to speak the truth even when my voice shakes.

And I have learned of His faithfulness.

I cannot even explain the situations and the things that have brought me to the place where I am right now- nor would I want to. For I love and serve a God who is unexplainable and unpredicatable who works out all things for the good of those who love Him.

Tomorrow I go “home” to Canada for a short time, but my heart will stay here with the people who have captured it long ago. I am excited to hug the ones I love most and to be understood without explanation. I am blessed to have the most supportive family and friends encourage me from home as I walk on this adventure. Today I am grateful that Jesus’ opinion on me will never change, because He looks to the heart. I am grateful that despite me, He uses me. I am grateful that He heals, He restores, and He loves. Every time.

And so tomorrow I continue moving forward, because I know who goes before me. And I know that He is faithful, still.