On this day, one year ago!!

So at this time on March 15, 2012 i was freaking out. Today was the day of my interview at Raleys. This was the first job where i didnt know the managers, and didnt have a foot in the door to get  the job. This one, I couldnt get because someone recognized my last name from football, or because of seeing me in church. I got ready and with much anticipation headed to Raleys, where i was first encountered by Charmaine, who wished me luck on my interview. I was so nervous and really sick going into the interview with Dennis and Chuck, all I could tell myself was breathe, and try really, really hard not to cough. As the interview started rolling i felt so comfortable and could totally feel God's hand over the whole thing. Before I left, Dennis offered me the job!! I, of course, accepted and when i walked out Charmaine was the first person to congratulate me!! Training was the following weekend, then that Sunday was the first day at the store. That day was the most nerve wracking day of my life. I was so nervous and was so scared that I was going to fail, but everyone there helped me succeed!!

Throughout the last year, this job has not only been a job, but a huge blessing in my life. These people that I work with make me so happy to come to work. They have not just become fellow employees, but friends, best friends, work moms, mama ducks ;), and sometimes total pains in the butt!! I have been so incredible blessed by all the people that I work with and I actually look forward to going to work everyday. My bosses are incredible and there is honestly no other place that I would rather be working. Thank you Jenny, Danielle, Meredith, Jaimie, Carolyn, Serene, Jennifer, Kelsey, Dee, Kat, Dana, Haley, Charmaine, Frances, Tiffany, Austin, Jesse, Ryan, Mike, Tim, Dennis, Kevin, Jordan, Caden, Nick, and (I really hope i didnt forget anyone). Thank you for being there to laugh with, cry with, to talk to, and to complan to. I can honestly say that I love all of you and that you all have truly impacted my life. Thank you for being there to help me along the way, and to not let me fail. You are all seriously amazing and I am so glad that I get to work along side you <3

On a totally seperate note cheer sign ups were last night...totally pumped!!!

And a quote i heard this weekend that has still been stuck with me, "life isn't about what you wasted, its about what you do!"

May God bless you today <3
Abby

Let my life be the proof of Your love!

So, there is this lady at work, and if you work with me you totally know who this is, who is in love with Jon Bon Jovi. She is one of my favorite people that i work with and everyone that works with us knows her love for this man, and his band, with no doubt in their mind. She will talk to anyone about it and, lucky her, is going to go and actually meet him in April!!! How cool!!

Well, this got me thinking about how people know who I am in love with? How do people know what i want my life to emulate? I have felt seriously convicted to make a bigger effort in my life, especially at work, to show people that i want my life to reflect that of Jesus. I spend so much time at work gossiping and being consumed by what everyone else is doing that i don't pay attention to what is actually important. I need to pay more attention to what i am portraying through my actions.

There are so many things that are going on at work, whether it be hurt feelings or just drama in general that I am continually consumed by. I let these things take over my day and I am tired of leaving work feeling emotionally drained. Although my mom, and other wise ladies that i work with, keep telling me to not lose who i am, it is easier to do the wrong thing. I have decided that with God's help, and some accountability partners, I am going to work on not gossiping, especially at work, treating everybody how i want to be treated, and shining the light of Jesus.

So, from this point on, I will make a bigger effort to make sure that everyone can see the light of Jesus through my words and my actions, not only at work, but also at school. Prayers would be much appreciated :)

May God bless you today!!
Abby <3