Too blessed to be stressed... That's for sure. :)

In reality I am too blessed to even think about being stressed. Or at least that's what I keep telling my self...

So this year I am a junior in college. I think it's safe to say that junior year (of both high school and college) is when things start to get tough. I am finally in all of my major classes and I'm loving it! My classes are taking me into the education field where I now get to work with actual students, instead of creating lesson plans for imaginary students. I am tutoring an adorable little boy and I have the opportunity of seeing him improve in his academics after each session. It is SO neat! In addition to taking my classes I am still actively involved on campus. I have the opportunity to plan 2 school sponsored trips, one for winter break and the other for our spring break. I am mentoring two amazing, bright and lovely freshmen and helping them transition into college. I am able to serve in the community with my fellow Alpha Phi Omega brothers. I sing my heart out in the gospel choir I am a part of. I am able to watch the little girls in my Girl Scout troop grow and gain confidence. 
I am learning so much this semester! I love it! But I do feel myself being pulled in the many directions that all of my commitments require of me. Sometimes I wish that there were more than just 24 hours in a day... 

The weight of life often times stresses me out: papers, projects, feeling of self-doubt, having to stay up with the latest trends, tests, and the list goes on. But if I were to focus on all of that, my life would be terrible. And I don't want to live a terrible life.. That's no fun at all.
 Instead I keep a positive attitude about life. How do I do it? 

• I see the light at the end of the tunnel and know that the hard times will soon end and I will be able to rejoice in the fact that I am an overcomer. 
• I keep myself surrounded by people who lift me up and encourage me to be the best that I can be.
• I write letters of love to family and friends to remind them how much they mean to me in my life. 
• I keep my presence on Social Networking sites positive, cuz ain't nobody got time for all that negativity...
• I take pictures that capture love, bliss and hope. 
• I listen to music to clear my mind. 
• I use my creativity by crafting. 
• I dream about the future and what great plans are in store for me. 
• I stay strong in my faith, because it's important to me. 

But each time I feel myself starting to get overwhelmed, I have to stop myself to take the time to count my blessings. It seems like whenever I feel the waves of life starting to creep up and sweep me away, the mighty hand of God reaches down and gives a life boat to help battle the waves and I end up able to come out on top. It's so wonderful to know that I will forever and always be right in the palm of His hand, right where He wants me to be. I won't lie, the stress of life can and does start to build up and becoming discouraging. Sometimes it's hard to be positive and you start to question God and ask Him 'why are you doing this to me?' We've all done it, right? I have to stop myself most times and say 'wow, look at what He has done for me, and the amazing things He's doing through my life. Surly this is a part of His master plan.' Well.. I guess sometimes it takes me some time to come to that conclusion or to admit it, but that's alright. When I find myself doing that it always makes me think about this great cartoon. 

We can't get caught up in the little things that try to bring us down. It's important to maintain a positive outlook on life and start each day off with a smile. That's how I do it. 

This lovely picture's credit goes to a fellow Jesus lover's blog. Check it out if you have time. 

So that is a glimpse into my life right now. 

Super busy. 

Sometimes stressed. 

But always blessed. 

[Peace&Love] Jenny