Finding my place

Hi! I know it has been FOREVER since the last time we got together and I am truly apologetic for that. We've gone on Spring break, summer break,  and now back to the grind. 

Things are pretty much back to normal here in Doha. We've gotten back to our regular routines fairly quickly and easily. G3 is getting into the groove of being an 8th grade scholar. Ville is getting to know his new students and his new role as MUN adviser.  Mekai Elise has made a major life transition.  While we traveled back across the seas in August she traveled cross country to being a new chapter in Farmington, Minnesota. She landed a great job and started an internship fairly quickly upon getting there. And she has even managed to get herself some new transportation.  We are extremely proud of her and we know that this will prove to be the start of something fantastic for her. 

As for me, well I'm tryna figure out exactly where I fit in. What my next move will be.  I know that I am much more than merely Ville's wife, G3 and Mekai's momma. There is a bigger purpose for me. I just  need to find it. I have a number of ideas floating around in my head, but I don't wanna just jump into something that really is not my calling. Not because I'm afraid, but because I don't want to do something that is not what I'm supposed to do. You feel me?  I know without a shadow of a doubt that God gives each of us a mission while here on earth and it is our responsibility to accomplish a specific goal. Jeremiah 29:11. I have a number of people in my ear telling me what THEY think I should do. But I am learning that I can't do something to make others happy or because THEY told me that I should. This is my life and I have to live it for me. Gone are the days of people pleasing.  

I just turned 47 last month and I did a lot of soul searching and introspection during the days leading up to my bornday.  Reflecting back to when I turned 17. My high school years are really a blur for various reasons. There was so much going on in my life. Things that I will eventually share. Bday number 27, I celebrating as a separated/soon to be divorced wife of a one year old. Sad because my marriage had become non existent but hopeful for what the future had in store.  When I turned 37, it was a major celebration. March of that year the artery behind my heart was 70% blocked and I had to have a coated stent implanted. So to say that I was thankful to be alive to see my birthday that year is an understatement. 

So I guess my final thoughts as I close this blog update are, cherish each and everyday. Know that you are loved and appreciated.Start the day with a grateful heart and positive attitude.  Tell the people closest to you how much they mean to you. Take care of yourself so that you are able to take care of others. Know that I love ya! Mean it!