So I've been living here in Santa Barbara for almost 6 months...how fast the time goes! I really was blessed to have had the opportunity to run a salon all by my lonesome. It was perfect timing actually because I quickly adjusted to the responsibilities of it all, while still exploring and experiencing Santa Barbara's way of life. It was such a great experience, however, as with everything in life, seasons change and so do circumstances. The best thing one can do is embrace change because it's going to happen regardless, so might as well enjoy the ride, right!? Anyways, whenever I start feeling thoughts of fear creep up inside of me because I don't know what is next, I have to constantly remind myself that God has everything lined up already, even if I can't see it yet! We don't always understand God's methods, but He sees the big picture. All of the pieces have to fit together at the perfect time! When it's His timing, nothing can stop it. So once again, I'm trying to learn to trust His timing and let Him work out the plan for my life. Isaiah 55:8-9 "For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your your ways my ways," declares the Lord." "As the Heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts." God knows best! And then after I have this realization, a spark of adventure rises up in me. "the Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear?" Psalm 27:1 I face two options, the "safe" road, which is warm and comfortable...risk less; or the "impulsive" road, where I step out in faith and make a change! Sure it's not safe...but what is??? God can move mountains and He's got my back. Therefore, I think I'm going to take on this new adventure and step up to the challenge. If all goes well, I will soon be working in my very own salon!
