Why I Write
Expectant: one who is looking forward to something
I’ve never been a person who had a word for the year, but 2023 was different. In January, as I was preparing for my day, I had the urgency to write down the word “Expectant” at the top of my planner. Now, in January that is not really surprising, right? We are all hoping for a year different and definitely better than the year before. But when I looked at the word “expectant”, it sat with me. I knew that there was something to it and it was just how I was supposed to approach things in 2023.
By August, I was starting to think that maybe I had gotten that wrong. I mean, the year is almost over and some things weren’t exactly going as I had hoped. But things can change quickly, right?
In August, God said it’s time. I knew what He was talking about and this time, I didn’t brush it off like I did in the past. I’m not a journaler by nature, but this is my feeble attempt to right down the thoughts as they come. How God reveals Himself to me in little bits and pieces so I can share them with you. I’m not a theologian or some uber-Godly woman, but I am a person who is seeking and, for some reason, I think that’s enough right now. My hope and prayer is that these will speak to you and encourage you. Or maybe you can just laugh at whatever nonsense comes out of my mouth. Who knows? But let’s see where this leads us and what lies ahead, because I expect it is going to be something neither of us expected.
Sand Dunes National Park
The Sand Dunes National Park, our last site of our epic adventure, did not disappoint!
Mesa Verde National Park
Mesa Verde, the one place I want to learn more about and go into a deep dive of. Truly amazing what they were able to build here.
Old Hundred Gold Mine
Old Hundred was a diamond in the rough and a nice reprise after a stressful drive.
Cortez Clinic
A trip to the doctor was squeezed into the itinerary to make sure our girl was okay.
Ghost Town
Justin and 3 of the 4 went to explore a ghost town while Embry and I hung back.
Telluride pt. 2
Telluride, you will always hold a special place in my heart. I’m grateful to replace the old memories of you with new ones. Until next time…
Leaving Moab
The drive from Moab to Telluride was suppose to be a short one, but we got off the beaten path only to get right back on it.
One Giant Sandbox
It’s all about perspective. The Arches National Park was enjoyed differenly by each of us, but we all found a piece to love and a way to be present to what was right in front of us.
Dispersed Camping
There are many options when it comes to how to camp. This night, we got to experience dispersed camping for the first time…
America’s Bridge
Royal Gorge was an amazing stop, even if it did put my fear of heights to the test…again.