Little things

It's always fun...and strange...and exciting moving somewhere new, starting over. Involves anticipation, anxiety, adjustment. I've had my share of all of the above in the past month, but I'm enjoying things overall. Nashville is a cool city and, amidst the classes and studying and tests that have now begun and threaten a steady stream, I've managed to sneak out and enjoy bits and pieces in opportune moments. Like farmer's markets, the National Folk Festival, a Greek Festival, free park concerts, or just studying under a shade tree and blue skies. Because, as cool as it is to be studying something I actually enjoy, want to do, and will use, it's important to keep a balance. From now on, nursing will be a huge part of who I am. But it's not my identity. Just a complement to it, another piece of who I am in the Lord. So, balance is necessary, I think.

Ergo, finding fun things as the (prudent) opportunities arise. :)

As I continue to get accustomed to this new place, a new role, and these new people here, familiar faces and comforts have been a pleasure. I've had the chance - and will soon be able - to see some people I love, as they've come through on their way here or there. One of the perks of being a little closer than Peru, I guess! Maybe not for too long, but it's a blessing to share some time with them. Like a cool spray of water on a hot day, or the joy that is an ice cream cone, they leave my heart with a smile, refreshed to jump back into the task of living and investing in this present.

So here's to good friends, family, fall on its way, and falling asleep to thunderstorms.