Burning Up On Re-entry?

I hope the parachutes deploy!

Hopefully you’ve caught the metaphor by now. Presently, my life feels comparable to a space shuttle orbiting around in space, preparing to come back down to Earth.

I’ve been thinking about what “coming home” actually entails and at this point I’ve come to the conclusion it’s going to take a whole lot of work! There’s still a ton of things I need to process, both on my own and with the counsel of friends and family. YWAM has a way of drudging up all the crap you thought you’d forgotten or gotten away with and brings it into the light for healing and growth. Recently, growth seems synonymous with stretching and painful. Maybe that’s why the Bible talks about iron sharpening iron? Some sparks gotta fly!

So in preparation of my return I’ve already begun work on my re-integration schedule. I’m looking to ease in to things slowly but surely and with a focus on sustainability. I’ve already learned the hard way that there are plenty of things to do in life but not all of them are beneficial. It’s time to live more intentionally with my efforts and giftings.

And now for something completely random…

Trivial things I’ve missed most:
●    a fast, reliable, available internet connections
●    a decent bed
(doesn’t have to be expensive, just anything better than a $30 mattress)
●    the smell of Bounce fabric sheets on my clean clothes
●    a phone to: call, text, check the time, etc.
●    the combination of a desk and chair at the same time
(possibly the most elusive combo known to man)
●    along the same lines,  a living room or dining room would also be great
●    school classes (this nerd loves to learn!)
●    being able to drive places (yeah, I know I hate driving… but still)

Clarification: one thing you’ll notice is that Mexican food is nowhere to be found on this list, and for good reason, it is NOT trivial!