Well, it's that time again...back to school for me tomorrow! I am so excited to reconnect with my teacher friends and finalize details for my students who will be coming next week! Butterflies of excitement and anticipation, for sure!!!
In preparation for what this year has in store, I have started reading my copy of The Purpose Driven Life by Rick Warren again.
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In yesterday's reading was this poem by Russell Kelfer that I wanted to share with you:
"You are who you are for a reason.
You're part of an intricate plan.
You're a precious and perfect unique design,
Called God's special woman or man.
You look like you for a reason.
Our God made no mistake.
He knit you together within the womb,
You're just what He wanted to make.
The parents you had were the ones He chose,
And no matter how you may feel,
They were custom-designed with God's plan in mind,
And they bear the Master's seal.
No, that trauma you faced was not easy.
And God wept that it hurt you so;
But it was allowed to shape your heart
So that into His likeness you'd grow.
You are who you are for a reason,
You've been formed by the Master's rod.
You are who you are, beloved,
Because there is a God!"
I know how busy the school year is, but I am committed to maintain my daily quiet time this year. Feel free to hold me accountable on this! It is so easy to make time to read, pray, and reflect over the summer when days are lazy and down time is plentiful. It is definitely more challenging during the school year! In the coming weeks, I will be sharing some more of my favorite books with you, in case you too are hoping to stay more grounded and connected this year or if you are just interested in hearing about some inspirational lit! Lots of love, Shannon :-)
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