things i don't do part II

Yesterday I started a post titled " things I don't do" you can find the link here. As stated in my last post,  My inspiration came from a book I am re-reading called Bittersweet, you can look at her blog.

Before I write a lengthy list of things I do not to, and probably never will get in the habit of doing, I have decided to write a list of things I do, and strive to do well. 

the things I do:

At the core of my being, I strive to live everyday being faithful to Jesus, asking him to be my source and comforter in the messiness of life. I believe his plan is perfect, and the sad and scary things can be redeemed for his glory. I pray, I try my very best to forgive, and I firmly believe on his promises. I am a part of a church, here in Denver, and above being just part of a church, I do my very best to love the way He does. 

I try my very best to remain true to myself. The real me loves to explore. The child within me is so full of wonder and hope beyond what I can see. Sometimes, fear gets in the way, and I settle for the comfortable, but the little blond, curly haired four year old erica is not afraid of adventure. Life is a dance to my inner child, and all about the adventure and mess of it all. Along with being explorative, I try and remain true to my desire to finish what I start. I do not like to start something and give up. You may call it stubborn, or ruthless, but really, I do not like to give up until I know how good/bad the experience will end up being.

I put my effort into becoming a better listener, friend, writer, and lover of all. I feel a sense of release when my fingers touch the keyboard and I start typing. Word by word, my emotions and desires unfold. Writing is a way for me to better understand God and how he reveals himself to me on a daily basis. In writing, I love to read whatever is my cup of tea. Books on faith, friendship, health magazines, anything with Taylor Swift in it, the bible...the list goes on. 

I love friendship and meals that revolve around that. Many close friends are scattered across the states, and although we do not do daily life together, these women show me pure honestly, love,  commitment, and what the heart of friendship looks like. There was once an old phrase " everyone has friends." I disagree. Everyone does not have rich community, and just as marriage and children are huge blessings, the gift of friendship is rare and beautiful. 

I love cooking and baking. Again, it is something that gives me the outlet to feel freedom and peace all in one.  I especially like making a meal and then having friends over. One of my favorite things to do is eat with a friend. The thought of our genetic makeup in that moment is beautiful. To think and know the Lord designed us for nourishment--and in that moment--to sustain us, and share the gift of food is a seemly thought. 

That is a list of the few things I love to do. I could add more and more, but I won't. These are the most important, and make me full and well. This list is important, but not nearly as important of the next. I tried writing a short list for the next post, and nothing. Walked away. Nothing. I will write that post tomorrow.