2005

Christmas break in Belize sounds like such a relaxing, tranquil experience. And it has been, but so much more has happened...

Last week I experienced a huge trial. God pulled someone very close to me out of my life. At the time it was an indefinite separation, and I felt like I was mourning his death even though he was still alive. I guess it was as if our relationship had died. It was really painful for me, but God used it to open my eyes and work in my heart. The Lord pointed out to me that He is so much bigger than my situation, and I decided to follow Him instead of focusing on my own suffering. Since then, this friend started talking to me again, and God is healing both of us.

During hard times, true friends really stand out. One of my best friends from school gave me some wise advice, and the Lord really used her to comfort and heal my heart. Then there are those who just say what they think that you want to hear. And, of course, there are always those who further discourage a hurting person. An unnamed young man (who I happen to live with) was joking around and suggested that there is probably a "Libby-haters club" at Grove City, composed of 3 guys. Although he was just teasing and I knew that, his words kept coming back to me. I encourage you to be a light to those who are in pain. Speak the truth in love.

God is so cool. I love to sit back and marvel at His creation. I am listening to the soothing, yet powerful roar of the reef as I type. And that same reef is home to a huge ecosystem. Watching all those pretty little animals swim busily around the coral is so entertaining, and then at night I love to sit back and look at the stars. The sky in Belize must be really clear, because you can see TONS of stars. It's awesome.

Shout out to Carn-dogg, LMarie, Carner, or whatever weird little nicknames people give that sweet ace kid! She gets the funny person of the day award for our late-night IM conversation. Check out her new xanga at http://www.xanga.com/home.aspx?user=LMarie4Me

Well, I'm out, y'all. Happy January 3rd. Go with God.

~Libbz

Song of the day: "Let Them Hear" - Ginny Owens