This morning, I went to mass and was able to really focus for the first time in a long time.  I have a hard time slowing down my thoughts and worries, but this morning, if just for an hour, I managed to do it.  I really felt the Lord's presence and I heard him asking me to just focus on him.  "Just keep looking off and away, up to me."  I felt a real peace.

All of this came after the scary, scary experience I had last night.  I wanted to get away and have some alone time, so I went shopping.  The closest mall is in Huntington, WV, 1.5 hours away.  However, it took me about 3 hours to get home because of terrible, terrible fog.  I also missed my exit once and almost got lost.  I started praying and I really heard God's voice in my heart, saying, "I've never deserted you before.  I'm not deserting you on this creepy, lonely highway.  Why don't you believe in me in every area of your life?"  It was an unusual experience, and I think He really used it to show his presence to me.  Needless to say, I made it home safely.  :)

As I pray the prayer, I have been thinking a lot about my best friend, my cousin Tuni.  She got engaged about a month and a half ago, and I am a little conflicted about the situation.  I just don't know that her fiance is right for her.  In fact, no one in our family is super excited about him.  I just want her to end up with someone who really shines, who is so obviously right for her--and right now, I just don't see that in him.  I'm praying that I just don't know him well enough, and that I can support her despite my misgivings.  She has a strong faith, and I know the Lord will guide her.  I guess I just have to trust in Him.

But for now, I am going to enjoy the beautiful spring air coming through my window and get some sleep for the week ahead!  :)  Hope everyone has a great start to their week!