Updates and Thoughts

There's been a few things on my mind lately. I haven't quite had a chance to put these "things" into words. You know when there are just random thoughts stuck in your head? You try to forget them, but they always come back to haunt you. These random thoughts aren't really the haunting type, but the kind that make you think even more. I tend to run further away from those because ... well, let's face it...who wants to actually think more than they have to? I mean - really? Where was I...oh! - thoughts, ok so..I have been through a few weird things the past few months or weeks - to me, it seems like years, but whatever. I got a bird, you can scroll down to check that out. She was cool at first, until she went postal on me and became a flesh eating beast with wings!! So, after being thrown out of my room by the evil spawn, I called her mom and decided it was time for her to go back. Then, I got pretty sick and I still haven't shaken it, but I am slowly getting there.
In the midst of my healing I decided to get a ferret. He's pretty cool and he doesn't smell and is quite fun to hang out with. His name is Franklin. Awesome pet for those who are checking out pets. Way better than a dog because they are pretty easy to potty train and they are better than cats because cats are just high maintenance. So, Franklin is great and pictures are coming soon. I'm waiting for the best picture to post on here.
We keep getting snow, that just sets plans back a bit and gets me into trouble because I happen to love when it snows. Snow angels are my favorite. Not too into snowmen because I really liked Frosty the Snowman and it's just sad to know that my snowman will not spin around and yell,"HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!" once I put the hat on him. So, snow angels it is!
Getting to what I've been thinking about - I came to New York with a purpose or three. Many of you know those specific purposes. In all reality, I have accomplished these plus more than I could have ever hoped. When I really sit back and view the things God has shown and continues to show me....WOW!! I mean really - Playing show after show with my handy - dandy guitar, being encouraged by kids who love the Lord whole heartedly - having few, but awesome friends - serving in a great church and spending time with family! What a blessing!!
I can't help but to think further. It's not always good to get ahead of yourself, but I do it all the time. There's more for me to do. More to learn. And, I love learning from God first-hand. I can't wait! I am a little sad because I see certain things fading, friendships ending that were perfect for a season and new places I will be going that I've never been. Change is scary for me, but I know God does this for reasons unknown to His children. So, I have just started to let Him lead and watch Him work. The best verse for this is the verse I have leaned on for a long time and I'm glad it can apply to all situations.

Proverbs 3:5-6 "Trust in the Lord with all of your heart, lean not on your own understanding; In all of your ways acknowledge Him and He will make your paths straight"

I can deal with that :)