Jonah:Navigating a Life Interrupted

The ladies in our fall bible study decided we'd like to continue doing a study through the holidays. We chose Priscilla Shier's, Jonah. Last Monday night was our first night and all I can say is Wow. God knows what we need... its not a coincidence that we chose this small 6 week study. All of us are in different stages of life... I'm talking ages ranging from 22-80. Nonetheless this study is powerful and applies to all of our lives.

This is about navigating the life interrupted. We may have a plan for our lives but at some point things happen to either knock us off course, tragically shake us, or maybe simply frustrate us. This could be losing a loved one or just getting some disappointing news. These interruptions will happen at some point in our lives. How we will respond is the big question!

Through the small book of Jonah we are encouraged to look at these interruptions not as negative, bad things, but as divine interventions. Its simply God reminding us He is in control and has a perfect plan for us. Though these interruptions aren't what we had in mind, we are reminded that they are privilege. God is allowing us "the esteemed opportunity to participate in kingdom purposes."

3 weeks

Several weeks ago while running I felt some discomfort in my foot. I thought that was probably normal for runners. Then it continued and the pain got worse and spread. After trying to take time off, getting new shoes... I decided I'd do my longest run... 10 miles. Great idea when you have a hurt foot. (please sense my sarcasm) So I rested some more then ran in the Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving. Had a blast but realized I had to go to the doctor about my foot... something clearly was wrong... and I knew this because on black Friday mom and I gave up on shopping because I couldn't walk. Don't feel too bad for us, we got pedicures instead. The.best.pedicure.of.my.life.

All of this to say yesterday I went to the doctor and found out I have a stress fracture. Yes everyone and their mother told me that was what was wrong, but I needed a doctor's confirmation and his advice on what to do to get better.

Enter the big, black, bulkiness....

So for 3 weeks this is my new outfit completer.

Try It Tuesday

You guys know I have somewhat of an obsession with fresh, clean, smelling laundry. For those of you just tuning in.. I have a problem. I've bought just about every combination of detergent, fabric softener, and dryer sheet. Well... the search is officially over. I have the solution to your bland/non-smelling clean clothes.

Enter: Purex Crystals


Replace your oil based liquid fabric softener with this bad boy. You simply dump a lid full into your wash at the beginning with your detergent and you're done! As my clothes were washing, my whole house started smelling laundry fresh. I am officially in love. I am in fact wearing a product of Purex Crystals and I have had compliments already. They have different scents, but this was the one I chose and have not been disappointed. Downy also has a version and I'm sure the rest of the companies will jump on board as well.

Now for those of you who have been using these God given crystals of magic, how dare you not tell me about them!