My posting has been sporadic at best for the past few months, and for that I apologize. My life has been full, with lots to report, but I just haven’t had much time to put it into words. May this post be the first of many to come!
Having spent the past two years focusing on my career, my goal for 2009 is to focus on the personal aspects of my life – in particularly, achieving true happiness with where and what I am. I’ve made a lot of changes, and though I’ve certainly had my share of setbacks, I must say that life is good.
After a long break from church, I am attending on a regular basis again. I never lost my faith, but I guess I chose to ignore it for a while. It’s great to be back in the company of God and other Christians.
I’ve done a lot of reading lately. I recently finished The Shack by William P. Young. It’s the story of a man whose young daughter is murdered. Several years later, Mack is still living in a great state of depression, wondering how God could allow such a thing to happen. Imagine his surprise when he gets a letter from God – an invitation to spend the weekend with Him. And what a weekend it is! Mack gets to experience the true nature of God and discovers that He has always been there – even during those moments of unspeakable pain. The Shack is an incredible book that I will certainly read again one day.
I’m currently reading The Last Lecture by Randy Pausch. Next will be Amish Grace by Donald Kraybill, Steven Nolt, and David Weaver-Zercher.
I’ve been working out with a personal trainer for the past three months, and I’m seeing great results. My lean muscle mass has increased, my body fat has decreased, and my strength, balance, and flexibility have greatly improved. On top of that, I’m having a blast!
In other news, somebody decided to have a little fun by sending me to the pokey! Yes, yours truly will be going to jail to benefit the Muscular Dystrophy Association. I have until March 26th to raise my bail, which is set at $1,275. Counting both online and offline donations, I have collected $235. I still have a long way to go! If you’d like to make a donation to the MDA, you may do so by clicking here. Any help would be greatly appreciated!
March 2nd, 2009 at 7:23 pm
Tish- You are like Oprah. I told my lunch bunch about The Shack and that you said it was great- and now we are all reading it. We all love your blog and glad you are back at it!
March 2nd, 2009 at 10:10 pm
No mention of a man? I am glad you are going to church and exercising, you must feel like a million bucks. I know how good I feel after I workout, plus you’re getting spiritually uplifted, too. I’m so happy for you!!
March 3rd, 2009 at 9:54 am
I’ve missed reading about your life, Tish, I’m glad you’re back.
I loved The Shack, too, and would really like to adapt it to the stage – not sure the copyright people would be very happy with me
March 4th, 2009 at 2:04 pm
I’m so glad you’re finally doing stuff just for you, Tish. You certainly deserve it after working your little tail feathers off for the past few years. You’ve also inspired me to go to the gym, y’know. Something I never ever thought I’d do. You also may inspire me to start reading again. The Last Lecture definitely has me curious.
Here’s hoping 2009 just keeps getting better and better for ya! Oh, and lots more posts too. Some people actually do like reading about your life, y’know.
March 12th, 2009 at 11:49 pm
Hey!
You are absolutely right,life is good, life is a mirror, it depends on you how to attitude towards to the life.Thanks for sharing us.