A New Chapter

Today I closed one chapter in my life and opened the next.

Relief, excitement, anticipation, and thankful are just a few words to describe my current emotions. I was a nervous wreck before I gave my boss two weeks notice today. My hands were clammy, my face lost all it's colour for a few hours and my heart was ready to beat right out of my body.

Once I was done, I had to hold in my massive sigh.

The result: I get to join my husband while he finishes his education.

This step means a lot for me. First and foremost, it means we will be together. That alone is worth it. But it also means I can put more into my passion: photography. I already have a list of 33 items to work on while in Florida and they will be no small feat. First thing: a website. I look forward to serving my clients better and seeing my dream come true.

In May, Justin and I will be settling down as a couple in Chatham. I am super duper excited, but I've learned in the past year not to wish away today in looking forward to tomorrow. May will come when it's supposed to...in May.

So there's an update on what's to come for me :)
Thanks for the prayers and encouragement through the last chapter. I've got a post coming soon to share with you the support I received during that season of my life. God is good and I am blessed.

Happy Friday :)

I never thanked Him for that"

My brother recently preached a message that included a story. It has stuck with me and I feel so convicted every time I hear it. So much so, that I wanted to share.

Some of you know the story of Corrie Ten Boom. If not, here's a summary:

Her family was instrumental in hiding Jews during the Holocaust. However, they were found out and sent to concentration camps. Corrie and her sister were sent to the same one. Upon arrival, they were forced to remove all their clothes and stand in front of the guards.

Corrie, unquestionably ashamed, turned to her sister and whispered, "They took His clothes too and I never thanked Him for that."

In the midst of trials, no matter how big or small, we often wonder why. Perhaps, more than just for the purpose of molding us to become more like Him, we experience these trials to understand better what He has done for us.

Thanks for reading guys :)

Beautiful People

Cindy & Shawn are a couple I feel blessed to have met. When I was introduced to their families and got to know them through the course of the wedding day, it all made sense. Shawn & Cindy had wonderful examples. I came home bragging on the beautiful souls I had met that day. I had to remind myself a few times, I was there with a job to do, not simply to enjoy the company of some truly incredible people.
Cindy made a stunning bride. I think the wedding day is a true test of character for some and Cindy passed with flying colours. She was kind, accommodating and genuine. The speeches at the reception were a testament to this. I had the chance to talk to several people throughout the day and heard countless stories of how both Shawn & Cindy had been an encouragement and blessing to them.
On this day, I took home memory cards full of photos testifying of a love that will last through the ages, but I took home much more than that. I took home the example of what true, self-giving love can do in a family. I wish nothing but the very best for these two.
I want to sincerely thank you for the chance to meet you and your families. May God bless your marriage with a joy that comes from Him alone.

Cindy's sister holds a special place in her heart.