I decided to change the title of these posts from “Sunday Update” to “Weekend Update,” because I think it more accurately describes the post, and I love SNL.
What I did this weekend: Went on a date with the wife on Friday night. Date = dinner. It was really great – we needed some time together away from the kids for a bit. Saturday night Nikki and I went to a “young adult” gathering at a friend’s house. So two nights in a row we got some time to ourselves. It was really, really great.
How I’m feeling right now (physically): Pretty good. I’m starting to feel like I need to get back to the gym, though.
How I’m feeling right now (emotionally): I feel pretty anxious. Primarily this is due to the fact that we lost quite a few of our youth members due to the NYC cancellation (another blog posting of its own) and I’ve come to the realization that it’s time to start a rebuilding process. We do, however, need to finish out this year, because the ones who are still coming really deserve to have a fantastic rest of the year. My heart goes out to those who aren’t coming anymore – I pray that they are encountering God somehow in their lives.
How I’m feeling right now (spiritually): Pretty content, actually. The past few months have been spiritual roller coasters for me, but I think a lot of it had to do with the fact that I believed that I could fix any situation, and wasn’t willing (or able) to relinquish that responsibility. When I finally did, I felt as though I could move on.
To Do this week: I’m starting a new series next week, called “Asleep in the Pew.” So this week I’ll be doing some reading and studying on my topics. I’ve also got to finish up our schedule for the rest of the year – normally I’d have this done by now, and I thought I did, but when things took a u-turn in January, things changed!
Book I’m in the midst of: Actually, I’m not reading anything right now. I’ve read every book I own, so this week I’m going to have to find some new material.
Music I’m currently listening to: I’ve been listening to worship leader Kari Jobe, as well as a “Greatest Hits”-type compilation I made of Coldplay.
What I’m dreading this week: Going back to taking all three kids to day care in the mornings.
What I’m really excited about this week: The start of the NCAA tournament! Two years ago I hit every one of my predictions except for 4 – I came in 9th place on ESPN’s Bracket Challenge. Last year, not so much.