There are many things I am grateful for and have been blessed in my life. It's been 2 years since I was laid off from GE Money Bank and I have had some great things happen to me while I have been out of work. I have finally finished my Associate's Degree in Business Management and will have my diploma within the month. I will begin my Bachelor's Degree in Health Care Administration on the 26th. I am in the process of deciding where to attend Nursing school. I am hoping it's KCMA. That is my first choice. In order for WIA funds to pay for 1/2 the tuition, I have to take another math test and get at least a score of 10 in order to be considered for the funds. I am praying the Lord provides the knowledge while I'm taking the test in order to get that score required. I am beyond blessed when it comes to financial means. I have been able to continue to live in my home and to have food to eat. I have had support from my family, without them I don't think 2009 would have been a good year. Although I may look at it as if I don't have a job and have had only two interviews, I am still beyond blessed! The Lord has proven he is sovereign and in control over and over. I have to remember that I am not in control over my life, God is. That is really something I am going to continue to work hard at, that is releasing the control over to the Lord. It's not my life in the first place. He has allowed me to breathe and be alive each and every day. I have enjoyed my nephew more than I would have if I had been working. He is such a joy in my life and love him more than words can say. I wish that my niece was here so I could also enjoy spending time with her. I am wishing for 2010 that I lose the weight that I have set to lose. I also want to grow closer to the Lord and be out in my neighborhood sharing Him to everyone. My number one goal is to build my relationship with the Lord and spread His word and what He has done for me! I need to not be shy to talk about the Lord with my friends and continue to reach the lost for Him. It's not me that is in control and He will have the last word. I need to do my part and get the word out that He is coming and He will judge and I don't want to see my friends not meet and spend eternal life with the Lord. What a tragedy if that would happen. I will keep everyone posted on the nursing school situation! Much love to you all!