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transitions.

6/16/2015

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Transitional seasons of our lives can be tricky waters to navigate. Sometimes you know their coming and you can feel them approaching, able to prepare as you wade in the waters. Other times its like a tidal wave that sweeps you up, steals your breath and throws you harshly onto the rocky shore to start again. 
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I'd say this week is a mix of both. And my emotions seem to ebb and flow like the tide that draws near and slips away. This week Runway will close it's doors for a while and while I know this means God's opening new doors for me, my career and my family,, some that I may have already stepped through, it's bittersweet. It's been a week of clinging to God through the emotional roller coaster of forging new paths, reaching for new dreams and trusting.

So much trusting. 

There seems to be a sad trend in publishing right now, with Conde Nast losing Lucky and so many others being laid off, I pray we all find our way in the world of the written word. Some may argue that it's dying, but I don't believe that. I refuse to. Words can mean and do so much, that we just have to continue to work with the times. Print may be dying, but words, words can never. And I will continue to write in the mediums that are thriving, because writing makes me feel alive. 

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There's a lot of uncertainty and "don't knows" when things like this happen. And part of the roller coaster is when the enemy of doubt, of not trusting, tells me to be scared in these moments. But I'm loved by a bigger God, One who has bigger plans and I cling to His better and His future for me. 

So I look to the blessings. I look the the fact I've had more hours this week to pour into joining with more female blog communities that love Jesus and love community like The Peony Project. I've been able to submit for multiple guest posting spots and sponsorships. I've been able to organize my office & spend time with family. 

I am finishing up my Personal Nutrition program and have been accepted with a scholarship into the advanced program with an emphasis on Food Allergies, Digestive Disorders and Child and Pregnancy Care. I can feel the transition. I just have to hold on with faith. 

There are other matters on my heart that are blooming and are being prayed on. I just need to remember, every day, every hour, every moment, to surrender and take His hand. Because when we're walking on rocky shores, it's the only way not to fall. 

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Jenna link
6/16/2015 05:40:58 am

Beautiful post! I feel like I've been in a transitional phase the last year and half, especially now that I have a new career I'm working towards. So, I can relate. How wonderful that we can trust in God in these times!
Thanks for sharing your heart!

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Mandi
6/16/2015 06:00:29 am

Thank you Jenna <3 It is wonderful that we have Him to lean on. Good luck with your new career!

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Mary Hill link
6/16/2015 05:48:34 am

I just joined the Peony Project too. I am glad it helping you and I look forward to being a part of the community. I know about life transitions. Hold fast, God will never let you go. He will see you through. ;)

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Mandi
6/16/2015 06:01:12 am

Hello fellow Peony <3 It is helping, I'd been looking for communities like that for a while and it seemed to just find me. And thank you for your kind words. Many blessings to you!

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Ashley link
6/17/2015 06:50:55 am

Transitions are so hard, but the growth they provide is amazing. It can be hard to see at the time, but looking back it is all such grace. Also from the Peony Project, and also love the community created!

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Mandi
6/18/2015 10:29:05 am

Thank you for your words Ashley and for stopping by :)

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Makeda link
6/24/2015 05:44:36 am

Beautifully written. I know what it's like to be in the midst of transition. Like you, I am so thankful that I have God with me. He goes before us and He is behind us...so there really is no need to fear.

Many say that the printing industry is coming to an end, but I disagree. Readers and lovers of books, will continue to make purchases because we love the feel of a good book in hand while reading it. It's just an adjustment period.

I enjoyed reading your post. Thanks for sharing

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