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I think that, when I look back on this summer, one of the things that will stand out most are the direct answers to prayers I've received. 

I've been praying like crazy on this trip. All that time in the car by myself... Why not? And I know that, as I have poured my heart out, God has listened. I've had revelations about deep down issues I've had for a long time but never really wanted to examine closely. And I've had prayers answered in really obvious ways. 

 I've made some decisions that I feel really good about. I am going to make some changes in my life, and I am eager to start those changes RIGHT NOW. (Patience has never been one of my virtues.) Unfortunately, some of them have to wait until I get back to Phoenix. 

My friend Kestelle said something brilliant the other day that has really stuck with me. We've all heard that saying about the definition of insanity- doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results. I've always thought about it on a big scale. For example, I can't keep dating alcoholics and expect a different result. But it's really the little things that need to change, the seemingly unimportant small choices we make each day. How can I expect my whole life to change if I keep doing the same things each day? Kinda like this quote from Pinterest:


So, whenever I want to do something the way I've always done it, react the way I've always reacted, say the things I've always said, I need to stop myself and try something different. It may feel uncomfortable and difficult at first. But I know that if I am tenacious, if I am relentless and focus on the small things, my life will gradually change. 

Good things are on the horizon. I'm excited.




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