write me back

months ago (last year as a matter of fact) during our sunday school class (becoming a woman of freedom) we were to write a letter to our future-selves. the teacher gave us a sheet of stationary, an envelope and a pen. we were to write a declaration of freedom and peace to ourselves. we would then put the letter in the envelope, address it, seal it and give it to her. she would then, sometime in the future when we've all totally forgotten about it, mail it and we would be reminded of our declarations, promises and prayers . so, i wrote, i sealed and i forgot. until monday:

dear drenie,
God has granted you so many blessings last year. He's allowed you to be accepted to graduate school, earn respect on your job and at home and given you the desires of your heart–sir. in 2007 you were able to learn how to say no and be fine with it. you've begun to develop a closer walk with Christ by spending more time reading His word and prayer. in 2008, i want you to expect more, trust more and develop your faith more. i expect to have a better handle on my finances and management of time. develop more patience and just become closer to taking care of yourself.
love,
drenie

well, it is 2008 and how have i fared? graduate school is tough, but going very well. respect at home and at work is still very good, if not better. i've successfully managed to pay off another credit card (one more to go). as far as time management goes, it's still a work in progress. and taking better care of myself is a journey i have to take one step at a time. i'm praying more, but not to the level i'd like to be at. but it's more than what i've been doing in the past so that's a plus. all in all, things are good, but they can always be better. so thank you, past drenie, for writing that letter of expectation. i think i'll write another future e-mail to myself and send it six months from now and see where i'm at.

be blessed.