.....Humble Pie.Ever have one of those humbling days where you're reminded that you can't handle life on your own?That was my weekend. Long story short: too much protein + too much fiber + not enough sleep = sick, unhappy Lew. Didn't have any energy because I didn't eat; didn't eat because my body was unhappy; and my body wasn't happy because I had too much protein and too much fiber (and not enough sleep). And I was emotionally exhausted as well. Kind of in an interesting spot in life right now. . . Today was better, though. I've had three small meals and a snack and had the energy to go to work and do my PT exercises, as well as clean a little and spend some time with dear friends. As I sat down this evening to eat dinner, I decided to leave the TV off and instead spend some time talking with Jesus. I started by thanking him for the food that I could actually eat and for getting me through the day. And then I stopped, and I was like, "Do I really feel like you got me through the day, or am I just saying that? What does that actually look like?" Definitely felt in need of some humbling. You'd think the weekend, with how I was feeling and everything, would have been enough humbling. But it wasn't. It was only the reminder that I can't really do it on my own - I was missing the "God's got this" piece. So I started listing off all of the ways that God provided for me and helped me get through the day. I really shouldn't be surprised at the many ways that He did, but I kinda was. It was a lovely reminder that when I don't have my crap together (and even when I do, lets be real) God equips me with everything I need for the day. Because, you know, He's kind of loving like that. Here are the ways I could think of that He helped get me through the day. He gave me: Energy Peace Wisdom Patience Encouragement Truth Strength Endurance Reminders Comfort Assurance Inspiration Diligence Empathy Selflessness Humility Understanding Stamina Hope Support Rest Grace And probably much more that I can't think of or couldn't see. That's more things given to me to equip & help me then there were hours of me being awake. That's cool. How many things can you think of that God has given you to get you through your day?
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Today marks 22 years that I've been kicking. Huzzah! 22 is an interesting age (like I have room to talk yet, I know). It's often a time of great transition and establishment, I feel like. While this transition, establishment, and growth is not limited to 22 and can be found all throughout the 20's, especially, there's something about 22 that stands out to me. Maybe it's because that's just where I'm at now and this year promises to be crazy. Maybe it's because it's not an uncommon age for college graduates, new jobs, and marriages. Or maybe it's just because Taylor Swift has a song dedicated to the 22 year olds of the world. Regardless of the reason, I still believe that 22 is often a time of great change. And because of that, I have decided to make a list on how to survive being 22. And so, with that, I give you : A Survival Guide For Getting Through |
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