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FALL! It has arrived :). I can see it in the winds breeze and feel in changing colors all around me. CREATION is changing right before our eyes! How amazing.. I found this picture on GOOGLE. It reminded me of the lake I walk around out here in California and the leaves that will soon be grazing every inch of certain streets :).

I didn't get much sleep. Perhaps it was the coffee I drank at my friend DANICA'S lovely church. I do regret not trying these DOUBLE CHOCOLATE MACADAMIA cookies they had. I was just so excited to be around new friends and believers that I absentmindedly overlooked what is usually my MAIN FOCUS of any type of fellowship. he he It was a great night and although she had to wake up at 6am the next day she allowed me to ramble on (like always) until the lights were literally TURNED off during my conversation. I can not stress enough the joy that comes from talking to men and women who are CHRIST centered. It just overflows from within them and I just sit and lap it up for hours. I am excited to see what GOD has in store for all of his children who are on fire for him. MAY THEIR FLAMES NEVER BURN OUT AS THEY AWAIT THE BRIDEGROOM :).

Did I mention when DANICA picked me up she was blaring FRENCH music. Oh, does she know how to speak to a woman's heart. I could not have enjoyed the background music enough. I guess I am so used to riding around with friends who play the AWFUL *yes I am calling it awful* garbage radio where you will hear the same song 5 times in 15 minutes. LoL. IT was just refreshing and definitely a highlight of the evening.

You guys I have a confession!

I did not study the WORD yesterday morning, or the day before... I actually have not got into the word on my OWN time in a couple of days!! Yes, I know! I feel the very same way. MY head just works better when I am in the word cada manana. It is the only way to have that deep filled joy throughout a hectic day. Wake up with the word of GOD Che. Goodness how hard can it be? Yet, I have managed to NOT do it for a few days. Am I perfect? NEVER WILL BE! Am I DOING ANYTHING WRONG? Not necessarily. I just personally feel so convicted and just different when I am not taking time out of my personal time to put GOD first. There I got that off my chest! Now I can update you all on my lovely bike ride to STARBUCKS :).

THIS MORNING I woke up knowing I needed a nice long ride around town after class. I just knew it would be the beginning of an amazing day if I did. So I strapped up my books and went to MATH class. Then headed to the computer lab. It was a bit hot today so I was in no rush to leave the AIR CONDITIONED room. Finally, I logged off and headed to my Beach Cruiser. I would name it but it is still legally my mothers beach cruiser. So naming it would feel... just wrong. I rode to the bank first which was a joy and blessing and I ended up leaving feeling ENCOURAGED. Long story short the sweet, young lady at the teller window said I looked adorable riding up on my bike and that she thought I was a MODEL walking in. I then told her every woman looks like a model in 4inch heels. (No, I have not yet mastered receiving compliments. lol) It was a lovely withdrawal. I decided to avoid the city (aka the streets) as much as possible today and took the bike path that leads you through tunnels and away from the streets. It was beautiful just riding and sight seeing. I enjoyed a CRANE that was in the middle of the road and stood and watched it. How can you deny creation when you see animals like CRANES? I praised GOD for the sight and went on my way.

After much thoughtless riding I made it to my destination. A Starbucks that I enjoy. My mission. TO get a pumpkin scone warm. The target was there and I decided to also attack a ICED pumpkin latte. Oh! They had free pumpkin cheesecake muffin samples too! I will be buying one of those very, very soon.

To complete the ride I didn't purchase anything until i had walked around the center. I stopped in the beauty store and did my makeup for free at the counter, tried on scarves and some fall tops at a clothing boutique, then sat in the sun staring at the trees and flowers that were blooming.

I sat at Starbucks for roughly an hour before getting on my bike and heading home. The pumpkin scone is SCRUMPTIOUS y'all!! You must get over to Starbucks, I don't care if you hate the coffee, personally, I believe they have burnt tasting coffee so I stick to espresso drinks or teas. But please do not miss out on the scone they are only carrying during FALL. You will not be disappointed.

That was pretty much what really made my day. Plus I got to hear some amazing conversations, as usual. And I also felt kinda fly walking to my bike and turning around to see a nice looking man staring at me with a smile full of interest. He wasn't ogling like typical, pervy man. He seemed genuinely just attracted and you guys I felt so lovely at that moment. I know it was GOD working in me because I have always taken looks from men as either full of perverted, lustful thoughts, or that I must look horrible if they are looking at me. God has really softened my heart to the point where I can accept another man's stare without JUMPING to conclusions about why I don't deserve it or putting a negative spin on it. It really is the small things that put a smile on my face these days. I felt confident in my sweater wrap and high heel boots and jeans. I can remember how in high school it was impossible for me to feel beautiful unless I was displaying some.. erm.. SKIN. I couldn't find the right word but that sums it up pretty well. 

Oh, Lord! You have taken me so far. I know you will finish this work you have started in me. I thank you so much for a blessed day! And I pray for my pastor tonight to speak your words and not his LORD so that many more will come to know you and the peace that comes from you! 

Be Blessed this FRIDAY!

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