I have unending checklistS of things to do, I have started to revise it and cross out some stuff. It is tedious to keep working out the various deposits due to you, the joint purchases sold, people to call, emails to send yada yada...moving out ain't easy!
And whatever I've decided to go 'easy' on in my checklist would be things that I have not promised/pledged/committed to do; after all, those we gave our word for should count more, no? And some things can wait.
I am learning. Still learning - to mean everything that I say. When I mean what I say, I need to fulfill it, guard my promises and try to make it happen. And if I am going to fall short, I will not have to just let it be and console myself that I cannot be perfect. I will try to make amends or the very least, admit my shortcomings!
So far, only one person has passed that test, by my account at least!
The story is...
After moving out yesterday, I then moved in; to a whole new town and new home. My parents who helped me move had to leave almost immediately upon arrival as they have their work to get on with and I had plenty to sort; road tax, car insurance, installation of Internet etc.
I had no idea how I'd get to town, find the banks - and get home without much hassle; my GPS is under utilized. My friends have not arrived. I have yet to be properly acquainted with anyone. And it was literally day one of life!
And I'm not one known to pray for hours, on bended knees (I hope I do get there someday). I said 2 very sincere lines; my 'version' of an earnest prayer. And no kidding, I found everything I could with no hassle, no double or triple turns, and no one honking at me for being 'too slow' or 'driving at the wrong lane'. I didn't need to stop to ask for directions!
I know that this person gave me His word a long time ago.
Behold, I am with you always, even to the end of the age. Matthew 28:20
I guess it wasn't surviving in a new town that bugged me the most. I guess it would really be no 'biggie' for most people. But I just find every day miracles amazing, amidst its simplicity. It's sweeter when you whine about having little or no help, but help has actually been there all the way!
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hi dear pris, i still do read your blog (i subscribe to blogs). this is a great post and it's encouraging to know that even in the seemingly littlest things, God's hand is present to sustain us in our time of need. what a comforting promise! tcare and keep in touch :) hope to meet up one day, back in msia or even in aus :)
Jocelyn!!!! Hey, glad you still drop by!. I have been in touch with Amy, and we call each other once in awhile; so I am pretty updated with happenings in Queensland (which frankly seems a lot more exciting, lots of drama, eh?)
yes, I hope we do! i think you know which new town I've moved into; I sincerely hope to be leaving in 6 months; it's a nice and decent place, butI'd be anticipating graduation as well!
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