Well it's been awhile since I have been on this thing hasn't it?... Hmmm, what's been going on in the life of Josh?... Let's see if I can do this in a somewhat list form (yes I have been writing alot of papers and the more short-cuts the better):

-I think I got a job today!  It's at the Red Lobster across from Polo Park.  I have had two interviews and they seem really enthusiastic about having me work there.  So I will be praying that if that is where I am supposed to be then it will work out.  I sure hope I can get it soon...Valentine's day is just around the corner after all  ;)

-This second semester has been a good one! I have some good classes some not-so-good classes and then those classes where somedays I feel like it is the best thing for me and who knows, the next class it my be my least favorite one... I can get like that..haha

-So as scary as it is I have really realized that I am grown up and nothing has really had that effect on me so much as when I got the letter that said for me to decide what I wanted to do with my schooling.  With much prayer and deliberation I have decided to be a youth pastor.  I am really excited for this and it kind of feels like a new chapter in my life is opening.  Pretty exciting.  Scary but exciting.

-I have been playing for worship a ton over the past couple weeks and it is a lot of fun to have that opportunity to serve while doing music.  Over a two week span I had led about six worship services so I am definitely getting some good experience for when, Lord willing, I work in a church someday.

-At this point I am really wanting it to be summer.  I have so many great ideas for things to do, but they definitely can't be done when it's as cold as it is right now... -40 with the windchill!  All of the kite flying, picnics, sitting under big trees and having sing-alongs, rodeos, and just generally outdoorsy type things to do.  I think that I may get cabin fever if I don't have a chance to get out soon..haha.  I am sure I will be fine, but it would be nice to get out and enjoy myself.  Skating has been pretty good this year though so I can't complain.  I am glad Leah likes to go skating cuz I hadn't in years and since we went one time I have always been wanting to go.  My skating skills that I had as a young lad have returned.  I don't think I will be trying out for the Edmonton Oilers any time soon though...lol

Overall it has been a good few weeks.  I look forward to some warm weather and good times with friends and family.  Take care of yourself wherever you may be at today.  God Bless.

joshua.william.john