The Long Overdue Post

Last summer, I had this brilliant idea that I would create a blog.  And then I had the brilliant idea that I would post something on said blog at least once a week. And then life hit me with all its brilliant craziness and well, as you can see the poor blog has been neglected since last December. Yes, I said last December....don't judge!

The important thing to remember is that I am back with a very long overdue post and I will genuinely do my best to stay on top of this thing...for those who are actually interested.  And this time there will be no promises as to how often I post....learned my lesson on that one :-) 

So, for my return to the blogging world I figured an update on the Dickerson household might be in order. I don't presume that there are people sitting around their houses wondering what we Dickersons do with our lives on a daily basis (with the exception of moms and grandparents of course) but in the event that you are curious I will do my best to fill in the gaps. 

Mike is still hard at work at what I like to call the trifecta of life. This would include seminary classes, work at FBC Durham and teaching on a regular basis in BFL (aka Sunday school) and our Sunday night Home Fellowship. Needless to say, the man is busy. On a happy note, there is a light at the end of the tunnel for seminary. After this semester Mike will only have 6 classes left until he completes his MDiv....wahoo...yay....zippadeedooda....and any other words that can explain the sheer joy of that glorious graduation day!  But wait for it....you are gonna get a kick out of this part....we are currently praying about him staying to get his PhD.....cue the sinister ironic laugh :-)  Yep, I said it...PhD!  Let's just say I am not surprised and neither are most people who know Mike. We are truly thankful for many of the godly men in his life who are praying with him and walking with him through this decision. We will keep you posted of course!

As for me, I guess the biggest change is that God called me out of BSF (Bible Study Fellowship) at the end of our 2012-2013 study back in May. I truly love BSF and enjoyed the study, my fellow leaders and the precious ladies in my group. As I began to pray about returning I felt as though God wanted me to take a step back from it for a while so that I could say yes to some other things at my church. It was hard to say goodbye but it has been great to say yes to several new things as well. God has given me the privilege of getting to teach BFL to second graders. There is a sweet couple that teaches with me which is great since we have anywhere from 16-22 to corral each Sunday :-) This year our theme is God always keeps His promises. I love getting to hear all these sweet kids answer questions and read scripture and the curriculum is a blessing to me as I am reminded of those promises too. I am still working at Southeastern in the Provost Office and love each and every day....even the super busy hard ones. I am thankful for the great people I get to work with and Christ centered spirit you can feel on campus. Our little pup Lincoln is still doing well and brings us much joy. And Mike thoroughly enjoys my cooking and baking hobby. I think my co-workers and fellow church members enjoy it as well. Hopefully more posts to come about that as well. 

Mike and I are so thankful to the Lord for where He has brought us. Seminary wasn't the easiest road to travel when we first moved here over 3 years ago but now we feel as though we have a true home thanks to our wonderful church family at FBC Durham and the great jobs God has provided us with. And of course our marriage which is a blessing I really can't describe in words...sorry for the sappy moment :-) 

Here is a quick snapshot of our year since I failed to post very much....

February - I turned 30...what?!?  Not sure where all the time went but 30 has been pretty great

March/April - Got so spend a little time in Atlanta and Lexington visiting our parents and friends. I also celebrated 1 year of being at Southeastern.

May - Celebrated Mike's birthday and we got to spend a week in Amelia Island, FL on vacation with my parents....the weather was perfect and it was a great treat to get to relax and eat some yummy food.

June/July - I worked and worked some more. Mike took a summer class and spent most of his time reading or working on papers. What can I say, we are super exciting people :-) 

August - Spent some more time in Atlanta and Lexington visiting with family and friends.

Upcoming fun and some posts that will go along with it...

September - Mike and I will be visiting the Reformed Presbyterian Church in Durham as guests of Rosaria and Kent Butterfield. I will definitely write a post about why this is super exciting and who these two great people are. Stay tuned :-) 

October - One of my most favorite months which includes my most favorite season of the year! It is also the month that 3 of my 4 nephews celebrate birthdays.

November - Mike and I will celebrate 4 years of marriage on the 7th. Time has flown! This will also be our first major holiday that we spend at home just the 2 of us.  Don't get me wrong, I love family but we are looking forward to a holiday in our own home with no travel in the car. Mike has already made sure I will have some of the key Thanksgiving staples since there will be a lack of family bringing yummy food. Good thing I learned how to make my grandmother's dressing!

December - This is the big one folks....we are headed to Asia to visit my sister!!!!!  I haven't seen my sister and her family in over 2 years and have yet to meet Grady in person. All that changes in December when we head over to visit. We are super excited...there really aren't words.  Then, after 5 days back in NC we will board our 7th plane of the month and head west for an Oklahoma Christmas. We haven't seen Mike's brother and family in a year so we are looking forward to having several days with them out in Oklahoma and see their new home and city. Maybe if I'm lucky I can see the Pioneer Woman?!?! I know it probably won't happen but a girl can dream :-)

So that is about it...for those interested, stay tuned! I should have some pretty interesting posts on here over the next several months. Love to you all from beautiful Wake Forest, NC!