Just Keep Swimming...

I am trying to follow Dori's advice, although I continue to feel the tide rising and trying to sweep me into the dark, deep sea.

My dad broke his leg. It was a severe break right below his knee. The break warranted surgery and a three night stay in the hospital. His jeep is totalled. He cannot drive for two months. Please pray for him and my mom.

I have been on the road a total of 7 out of 10 work days in the last two weeks. I am feeling exhausted and rather overwhelmed by all that needs accomplished since I have been out of touch with the staff, let alone my family. Self doubt is rearing it's ugly head and although I trust Him, I am wondering why and what is His plan regarding this position? Feelings of inadequacy to not only my team but more importantly my family make it hard to breathe. There is a lesson I am to be learning here. I am certain God is using this to prepare me for another chapter in my life. Unfortunately, I don't get to easily skip over the chapters I don't particulary care for. I am sure you have felt the same way at some point in your life. A friend of mine who is a faithful blogger has the best playlist. I honestly go to her blog just to listen to her playlist all the time (especially when I am cleaning the house). Right now she has a song on there that I can really relate to called "Fragile" by Delta Goodrem. Here are the lyrics from the chorus:

Sometimes I feel like I'm alone
Sometimes I feel like I'm not that strong
Sometimes I feel so frail so small
Sometimes I feel so vulnerable
Sometimes I feel a little fragile
A little fragile

While this song resonates with me in such a real way, I must keep my eyes fixed on Jesus, the author and perfector of my faith. It's one of those things I know but I gotta DO!

One a lighter note, Scott and I have been attending a new church called Living Hope. I cannot put into words the transformation I have witnessed in my husband. God is so amazingly good!

Life's a blur

• I have been very, very busy with work.  This week I traveled 3/5 days.  Next week I am traveling 4/5 days.  Whew! 
• I got a new camera for my birthday but I am so stinking frustrated with Blogger because my pictures are failing to load.  Any ideas or suggestions are greatly appreciated!?
• We started attending a new church - Living Hope.  ~LOVE it!~  Scott and I are having dinner with the pastor and his family tomorrow night.  Can't wait!
• Scott and I booked a cruise for our 10th wedding anniversary!  Can you believe it?  The Millers (just the two of us) are actually going on a true vacation! 
• I miss meeting with one of my best girlies, Kristin, for Saturday morning Bible study. 

A few Anna-isms

"Why can't I have a good day?  Not a mean selfish one."

"I'm only 4 years old."

"OH dear."

Backseat Driver

On Sunday we were driving home and Kate proudly announced to us that she knew what road we were on.

She said, "We are on road 35."

Anna - "How did you know that?"

Kate - "I am reading the signs."

sign: Speed Limit 35