Sleepy

I have been running pretty hard these last weeks! Tonight, I am going to listen to my body and my emotions and hit the sack early! I feel like I have been running at a high RPM without being able to shift into the next gear, and that is not a good thing. I can't speed up, nor can I step it up and keep up the pace at a lower RPM, therefore, I need to take a moment to pause and enjoy what is going on around me! I am happy and sad all at the same time, and it is amazing to see the difference I feel as I have made the goal to be more diligent in my scripture study and in my personal religious observances.

erika j

Life's Sweet Reminders

I love the reminders we get from time to time, telling us we are alive! Showing us in ways, both large and small, that Life is precious and fragile. I want to live my life to the fullest and learn all of the many histories and inventions of the world, from the Egyptian pyramids to the internal combustion engine. I appreciate the delicate reminder to slow down, especially when I don't realize I just might be going too fast to enjoy it all! For example, setting up the canopy at the racetrack and my friend has to tell me "One thing at a time, Erika!" when I didn't even realize I was trying to do two things at once (unfortunately, I think he was really frustrated with me that day, oops! :) It really struck a chord in me, about the way I do things sometimes! It was nice to have someone around make that clear to me, even in its small measure.

erika j

I love the Temple!

I just got home from the Temple! It was great! I hadn't been to the Temple for quite some time, so it was nice to be able to go! I went with Nancy and Scott! I had a lot to think about and a lot to pray about, so taking time out to do some work and reflect on all that is happening in my life is a a good thing!

My mind is constantly racing about this and that...Lately, it seems, my mind has been lost in the clouds. Changes, changes, changes. A new ward, new hobbies, new interests, new schedules, new goals, as well as new commitments to my spiritual plan! I am so blessed!

I am going to Pismo beach to pick up my "new" dirtbike from my Pops! It is going to be so much fun! My friend, Tiff and I, will be driving down on Friday night, after our friend Jenny's bridal shower. I am really looking forward to riding!

Livin' it up!

 

There should be a law against the way I live my life!  I have way too much fun!  Sometimes, I have to ask myself, "Am I doing enough?"  Really?  I keep busy with lots of activities, but do I "DO" enough?  I have been trying to make myself more accessible to help people out when they are in need, and that has been rewarding!  I am also trying to venture out of my comfort zone and be more outgoing. 

 

I am attending a new church Ward, which basically means I am attending a ward that is based on geographical location, rather than marital status.  I have attended a YSA (Young Single Adult) ward since I joined the LDS church and felt that it was time for a change!  I am excited to be in a new ward, but I am a little nervous.  Not only is it an entirely new group of people, but I have no excuse that would prevent me from visiting other YSA wards!  Thus, forcing me to go out and meet new people.  I have made some small efforts recently, as I reckon, baby steps are best, rather than falling into Paula Abdul's trap "2 steps forward, 3 steps back."

 

Aside from trying to get out more socially, I am also excited about a new scope of learning!  My friend is very passionate about cars, and drag racing!  I have found that the way a car functions is quite fascinating!  The science involved and how things work together, has captured my minds desire to want to learn more!  I have been doing a lot of reading lately, but look forward to the day I can get involved hands on!

 

erika j