I'll Consider It...

Consider it pure joy when you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. Perseverance must finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything.
James 1:2-4

Joy? Really? I dunno if I’d go that far. During the past month and a half, I’ve experienced deep sorrow. I’ve cried more than I have in my entire life. This huge trial (that I have no control over) looms before me. And my heart breaks for what the outcome might be. But during this time of intense pain and uncertainty, God has done some amazing things. I can see how many relationships have been strengthened because of the situation. I’ve also been able to express thoughts that I would not have shared otherwise.

So even if the outcome is not what I want, I thank God for the changes that were made because of it. No, I won’t be throwing any parties like “Woohoo! Crying people! Let’s bring on the Diet Coke and queso dip!” But I can find peace and contentment at the end of this mess. Maybe Paul said it best, “I have learned the secret of being content whatever the circumstances…I can do everything through him who gives me strength.” Phil. 4:11-13

To Facebook or Not to Facebook

Ok, so tons of people have bugged me about getting a Facebook. I've known about FB since 2004, but wasn't ready to commit. In 2006 I got a Myspace page because some of my friends wouldn't give me their pics any other way. So I gave in. Now I'm faced (get it?) with a dilemma. Should I give in to FB or stand my ground?

Here are my reasons for not having FB:
I already have a myspace page.
I don't wanna have to keep up with another social network. (Yeah, I'm lazy)
I am really stubborn sometimes. When someone tells me that I will do something, the rebel inside me wants to do the opposite just to spite them.
I want to be the last remaining person on earth to not have FB. Maybe I'll get put in the world record book or something.

This is what I'm thinking... If 20 people were to comment me and tell me why FB is worth it, then I will get one. If not, then NO DEAL! That's it. No anonymous commentors either, you cheaters. Let's see what happens.