I apologize ahead of time if the grammar or spelling is off. I am doing this entry via my smartphone and cannot guarantee how well it will come out.
I am currently on vacation, though it is mostly a 'stay-cation' since I will be home for most of it. But, a break from work is just that, a break from work. And, considering just how stressful and draining my work is, it is very much a greatful break!
And, I am still job hunting. Come the end of this month, I will have a total of eleven years with the Nebraska Department of Correctional Services. Though it is very steady employment, I am ready for a change. I am prayerfully looking for a ministry job that isn't too far from our current location. Though I am looking at other possibilities, ministry is my heart's de sire.
Speaking of ministry.... I will be starting a Bible study at my church on Purpose Driven Church. Because of all the new changes in our church, including a new building and new pastor, we are prayerfully seeking God's guidance with directions in ministry.
I am currently at 17+ years with the US Army, most of it has been with the Nebraska National Guard. Four years of Active Duty, four deployments (three combat deployments to Iraq), etc., it has been quite a trip. And, I am feeling it most every day. Not fun...
This past weekend, my family went to Kansas for a family reunion. It was a great time, although my back started acting up, painfully so. Had to cut the trip short because of it.
In spite of the challenges, I am trying to keep my focus on Christ. It is not easy, let me tell you! But, strive I do...
