Because Aaron and I grew up in San Diego, we’ve kinda taken the weather for granted-it was just a non-issue. When we chose to move to Montana, we were excited to experience the variety of 4 seasons. We loved each season, and knowing that it would soon pass, to be replaced by another wonderful season, kept us content and full of anticipation. Now that we have moved to Georgia…in July, no less- we are constantly talking about the weather! Among the new experiences we are having every day, the weather is a huge change. Our bodies respond differently in a humid environment, we time our activities to avoid the heat of the day, and we certainly don’t buy milk unless we are going directly home!
Our purpose for moving stands. We are in training. The Lord has guided our steps and directed our path to this exact place, at this exact time. I know that in the past I failed to praise God enough for His creation that I enjoyed looking at and interacting with on a daily basis. I could get consumed with enjoying the feeling in the air, the view of the mountains, the sunset over the ocean- the coolness of the lake, the spots on the fawn, the perfection in the snowflake. All amazing creations of God! No matter where we are living though, I have realized that we are surrounded by God’s love, God’s creation, and God’s provision for our life! No matter what. Even in humidity!
In an effort to present the brighter sides of Atlanta in July, I thought I would share some of the unexpected perks I've enjoyed so far:
- If you forget to set out the butter to soften prior to baking-you can set it outside for 7 minutes and Voilà , it’s perfectly softened for creaming into cookie batter!
- If you’d like to take a walk, but you don’t have an ipod to listen to music on- Fear not! Your neighbor who is demonstrating the capabilities of his new speakers (which are almost as tall as Megan!) will provide music for the entire subdivision…
- If you enjoy Italian food- you can savor the aroma all day long as you surround yourself with basil plants- They actually keep the mosquitoes at bay when we are outside! This works well for all in our family except Jana; my aunt even rubs it on her skin and puts sprigs of it in her hair when she’s doing yard work…Try it, it may work for you too!
- If it is your turn to bring treats to a function, they will be “Hot and Fresh" from the oven, no matter when you baked them…And, no need for those little cardboard Christmas trees to freshen the air in your car- the smell of home baked cookies will linger for days!
- Southern Hospitality- It’s for real!
- Lightning bugs! Last night I was sitting on the porch while Jesse rode bikes with the kids in the neighborhood. I was enjoying my ‘Rocking Chair front porch’ from my new rocking chair- (a housewarming gift from Jennifer’s family) when the lightning bugs began to do their thing!
So much fun!
