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alright, so I've had a crazy idea.... to start a blog. I don't know what's spurred on this decision- blogging is new territory for this chick. the most frequent interaction I have with the world is limited to 140 characters. but, I do hope that this blog- where I share my life, my ideas, my opinions, my walk with Jesus- can be an encouragement to whoever decides to stop by here and read for a little bit.

so, let's get on with the basics. who am I?
I am a college student who has no idea what she wants to do with her future. I am a perfectionist. I am confused. I am emotional. I am a planner. I hate sweet tea. I am genuine. I worry....a lot. I am a control freak. I love hugs. I love traveling abroad. I am a procrastinator (this blog is definitely a product of that). I love to speak Spanish. The way to my heart is through conversations over a cup of coffee. I am one of the few who love cold weather. I am not perfect. I am very, very awkward. I am a sister. I'm terrible at making decisions. I am short (no, I still don't like short jokes). I am a sinner, saved only through the grace offered to me by Jesus Christ. I am a daughter of the King. And I yearn for my life to reflect Jesus' love.

you've got to be wondering why in the world I chose this name for my blog...
In Scripture, we are referred to clay and God as the potter (Isaiah 64:8, to be exact!). There is something about that metaphor that stirs the deepest workings of my soul. The clay mentioned has not been made into anything- yet. "We are all the work of His hand..." He has formed each of us individually, with the deepest love and care. Actually- scratch that. He IS forming us individually, with the deepest love and care. He's not finished. He promises that He isn't done with us yet! "...He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus." (Phil. 1:6) I, for one, absolutely cannot wait to see how He continues to mold me, to use me for His glory for the rest of my life. So, there it is. The inspiration for this title. I am a pinch of clay in my Heavenly Father's hands, an unfinished work.

like I said, I hope this blog serves as an encouragement for you. I struggle, I laugh, I mess up, I make things awkward, I forget, I dream, I love ...and I hope to share a glimpse of it with you.