Well, it's time. I am finally doing it. I am writing my first blog entry. For those of you that don't know...Mitch actually wrote my first entry for me...yes, I am truly pathetic! So, here are my blog rules...I am a desperately fanatical editor or whatever I write (and a terrible speller to boot!)...those of you who have received long emails from me will be interested to know that it sometimes takes me hours to write, read, re-read, edit, etc, etc...just so that what I am saying sounds just right....blah, blah, blah....so, my first rule...no judging the lack of editing...this three dot thing...yes, it's going to happen over and over...and over. Rule 2...this one is for me...I am going to try to do this without editing (well, too much). I have actually realized that this 'editing' obsession has carry over into my life, and I need to be free of it. Free...Free...Free......free.
Okay, so let's get started...I am sure that those of you who have ventured onto my spot are all asking the obvious question....are you really a Blonde? All this time with the dark brown hair...why the mystery? It's a long story, one that Mitch thought particularly fitting when he encouraged me to blog. A dear college friend, and mutual friend to Mitch and I, used to tease me that I "must be a blonde" because of some of the comments I would make and my quirky nature...yeah, yeah...I know. One day, he actually checked my head to see if I was dying my hair and really had Blonde roots! The image of a skunk comes to mind, I know. But, no, I am naturally a very, very dark brunette, almost black really...with a little grey, I do admit, coming in now that I am practically middle-aged!
Practically middle-aged, and for those that are just now catching up on my flightful life...no, I am not married...or nearly married...or dating anyone...or have any prospects...and interestingly enough...not worried! Life is good. I have the best friends...all over the place...literally. And, I am happy...really...I know some of you are concerned, but please know that I am blessed beyond what I could ever deserve, and I am content to live, love and let life happen to me as it will. I am seeking nothing but to be who God intended me to be.
Enough preachababel.
I am back in my family's now hometown of about 15 years - St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada - some of you may have seen my singing debut "Oh Canada" online, thanks to my lovely friend.....oh, yes, MITCH again!! It's disturbing to say the least.
Last stop on my traveling career was Atlanta, GA - working for John Maxwell's leadership company...good times, GREAT friends, and lots of new experiences. Before that Portland, OR - hometown of my best friend, Rachel Gallagher (nee, White) - working for Luis Palau Association - short time, great views. That brings be back Texas and to my time at Teen Mania - love them, love the friends, love the memories, did not care for Texas. Then, of course, ORU in Tulsa, OK...the beginning of a great journey that continues to this day.
Enough history.
Me,...now. I am working for a non-profit organization in Canada called Operation Springboard - I am coordinating a new project that they are initiating that involves interactive e-learning tools for youth and young adults who are at risk of, or are involved in, the criminal justice system. So politically correct, eh? And, there it is....the "eh" you have all been waiting for. Sarcasm is back in full force now that I am back in Canada - it's part of my heritage.
I do love want I am doing right now - a good opportunity to put my experience and talents to work in a very meaningful project. But, I am going to admit openly and put it out there in cyber-space - I am still searching. I know some of you are already thinking...she seems to have been searching for a while....moving from place to place, job to job...it's true...but I have discovered something profound along my way, and that is that I am not meant to settle...in many more ways than one.
I chatted with a friend online today and she, along with Mitch, and some of my other very close friends have said things lately that confirm for me that there is still a very real 'untapped' potential in me that is not being fully realised. Fear. That's all that is plugging up the flow of it. So, I am now, more than ever, resolved to venture on the quest to discover and activate it....
...to be continued.
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5 comments:
Wow, I've never been mentioned so much on someone's blog before now. I'm not sure if I should feel honored or concerned. No, I'm so happy you are writing. This is one of the many talents you have. I am glad you are tapping into your creative side and expressing it openly so others can experience the read Renee. And yes, you are a blonde. Anyone who has spent time with you knows that you are in fact more blonde than brunette.
Yes. I loved the youtube clip. Hee. Although, I've seen it many times and long before Mitch posted it. You surely were drinking and whooping it up that day (JK).
It's great to read your update. Terry and I went to a Catalyst conference a few years back and LOVED it! It was so much fun! Was that the same one you refered to with John Maxwell? (Did I spell refered correctly? Can you look it up please)? <--does the question mark go inside the paranthesis or outside? Anyway, John Eldridge was one of the keynote speakers that year.
Come visit my blog sometime. I mention Mitch a lot too. He really seeps right on into people's lives, doesn't he?
dearest Mitch - don't be concerned - you were my catalsyt in this new experience, and many others, interestingly enough, so you are worth the mention!
Karen, thanks for your comments...and edits! LOL.
Oh, and the youtube clip - NO, that is just me!! I don't need stimulants....I am really that silly! How do I delete that aweful thing????
what youtube clip?
you edit? I SHOULD... if only I took the time to think about what people might think...
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