Welcome, Dear Reader, to my blog.
I warn you in advance: I am not good with the whole technology thing. Perhaps that has something to do with my history in a cloistered convent? True, the nuns don’t have cell phones or twitter accounts, but I was only with them for six months. In reality, it wasn’t the convent that shaped my lack of technology skills, it was my own doing. Okay, let's get right to the point, since this is my very first post. What’s the point of this blog? What will you be seeing if you’re a reader? What a wonderful question (I say, looking up at the sky with my eyebrows raised in expectation). Jesus. What’s the point of this blog? Does a booming voice from above tell me? Not quite literally, but I do get my answer. He pretty much says for me to sit back and just enjoy writing while the Holy Spirit takes the lead. So whatever He inspires me to write about, I will write about. Wait a second...if your an atheist, this blog is going to be a huge source of amusement for you. It may appear to you that I have an imaginary friend. Actually, He is the Friend with a capital "F"! See, Jesus is not just some distant being in the sky. He actually talks to me. And no, I don't hear voices--never have. Let me introduce you to the ways He speaks to me. For humans, we automatically think that communicating is done through our words. Actually, have you ever heard that the majority of our communication is through nonverbal cues? Our facial expressions, posture, hand gestures, grooming, and actions are a few nonverbal cues. It's the same way with the Big Man. He sometimes does speak in words, but He often chooses to communicate through nonverbal cues. For example, art, nature, and music. Art is God's own smile. The sun is His own warm hand on our shoulders. The flowers are His "love present" to each of us. And music...oh, music! He created song and our voices. He gave us the ability to make instruments. And He can speak to us through the lyrics and sounds. Other ways that He speaks is through others. That's a really big one! God dwells in us and others. That doesn't mean everything a person says is exactly the word of God, but their words can certainly be inspired by God. As can our thoughts. This inspiration of God is the Holy Spirit. I’d like to dedicate this blog to the Holy Spirit. Actually, I’d like to do more than just dedicate it to Him, I’d like to name Him mastermind behind all of my words. I’ve been really praying lately about what charisms the Holy Spirit has given me. One of them, I’ve discovered, is writing. I figure, I’m not terrible with words (though I certainly am with grammar), and writing is my absolute favorite way to pray and grow closer to God. What will I be writing about? The Holy Spirit has already given me a few clues. For starters, this blog is titled, "From Convent to College". So, I will be writing about my journey from convent to college. I'll add the befores, afters, and the in betweens as well. Through it all, my BFF, Jesus, has been leading the way. I'll be mentioning Him a lot...He's like...really important... A bit more about myself, I am a twenty-year-old, I have a twin sister, and am undecided on a major. I enjoy hiking, the outdoors, writing (I’m writing a novel) and poetry, art, singing, time with friends and family, hanging with Jesus, talking to and about nuns, gardening, and you’ll discover more if you continue reading my posts. As you may have gathered, I’m Roman Catholic. Any words that you see are underlined, please look up on my "Glossary" page, which will give you a quick definition. If there are any more words you don't know, please post a comment. Moving forward, like all of you, I am on this journey called life. Nothing is turning out the way I originally planned, and I want to share with you my experiences, consolations, sorrows, revelations, quirks, and personality in the hopes that you can relate. Maybe you're a college student like me and are trying to live your faith. Maybe you're a college student like me even without the faith and don't know what you're doing. Maybe this blog will be a source of learning about religious life, and Catholic topics. Maybe reading about a girl who is eccentrically in love with Jesus is simply amusing for you, whether you believe Jesus is or isn't God. Maybe you’re a family member/friend, who is going to get to know me better (maybe better than you would like). Maybe your stumped when it comes to what you’re doing with your life. Maybe you’re in a discernment process, like me, and the word “patience” makes you cringe. Maybe you'll find a soul who is not so different from yourself. Those are some thoughts/assumptions. Whatever the reason, I welcome you, Dear Reader. Welcome to my blog.
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