Refreshment

I am so thankful that the Lord knows exactly what I need, exactly when I need it!
I had a great time in Sarnia and Toronto last week and in a lot of ways had hope restored to my heart.
First and definitly most beneficial I was able to spend a lot of time with Jesus. There were literally hours of time set aside at the conference I attended to just be in His presence. Although as a believer I strive to spend time in His presense daily, reality is that doesnt always happen. It was great....I was encouraged and the spark of hope in my heart regained some strength.
I was also able to spend time in community. Hard to believe, and not very healthy, but something I have not done since LeadTime was done. I had conversations about what the Lord is doing in my life and the life of others, good laughs, encouragment and even some very honest feedback on my scattered thought process of what to do next. Namely--DONT move back to Sarnia! LOL--I was thankful that people love me and appreciate my journey enough to be honest with me and share wisdom. It would be easy to go back to safety, but safe is not neccesarily what is best and what the Lord wants for me.
Another thing was good for me last week was just being out of Northern Ontario. I grew up here and a part of my heart will always love and appreciate this place, it is my home. But, it doesnt seem to really fit who I am anymore.
It was a great trip and exactly what I needed!