Sep. 3, 2008
closed chapter
After much prayer and consideration, I've decided to officially close a major chapter in my life today.
Upon graduation of college, I received a BA in Music Education. I taught in public schools for a couple of years, in private pre-schools and finally in private music studios.
I gained a lot of knowledge, had a blast, and grew in gifts and in wisdom. I'll never forget the experiences I had in all of these avenues and am extremely grateful to those who gave me opportunity to be a part.
About four months before my son was born, I took an early leave of absence from the private studio I was working for because I was having pregnancy complications. I have since been considering going back to work (the healthy baby is now 4 months old).
(Nathanael at his second piano recital from this studio)
However, I have recently felt a strong release from that duty. In fact, I strongly believe, that right now, I am to focus on completing a major project I have been working on for five years. I would love to go back to work simply as a respite, for I thoroughly enjoyed teaching and the kids. However, right now I believe that chapter is closed. That doesn't mean that I can ever go back to doing that again, it just means that my energies will be focused elsewhere.
My apologies to my students and friends at the studio, but this just isn't the right time. I cannot be disobedient to the call placed upon my life at this time, and without a doubt, I'm feeling a strong pull toward another area, largely unrelated to music, though I'm sure I will integrate it subtly.
I will continue to home school my children, as this will be an asset to me and to them, as we together work this project. Family ministry, for us, means that as a family, as a team, we will work this project as we all grow.
I'm sure one day, I'll be released to explain what this project is, but for now, it will remain untitled. This project will take time, effort, patience, and even capital, which is few right now, so if you so desire, please pray for our family as we take flight in this adventure.
Upon graduation of college, I received a BA in Music Education. I taught in public schools for a couple of years, in private pre-schools and finally in private music studios.
I gained a lot of knowledge, had a blast, and grew in gifts and in wisdom. I'll never forget the experiences I had in all of these avenues and am extremely grateful to those who gave me opportunity to be a part.
About four months before my son was born, I took an early leave of absence from the private studio I was working for because I was having pregnancy complications. I have since been considering going back to work (the healthy baby is now 4 months old).
(Nathanael at his second piano recital from this studio)
However, I have recently felt a strong release from that duty. In fact, I strongly believe, that right now, I am to focus on completing a major project I have been working on for five years. I would love to go back to work simply as a respite, for I thoroughly enjoyed teaching and the kids. However, right now I believe that chapter is closed. That doesn't mean that I can ever go back to doing that again, it just means that my energies will be focused elsewhere.
My apologies to my students and friends at the studio, but this just isn't the right time. I cannot be disobedient to the call placed upon my life at this time, and without a doubt, I'm feeling a strong pull toward another area, largely unrelated to music, though I'm sure I will integrate it subtly.
I will continue to home school my children, as this will be an asset to me and to them, as we together work this project. Family ministry, for us, means that as a family, as a team, we will work this project as we all grow.
I'm sure one day, I'll be released to explain what this project is, but for now, it will remain untitled. This project will take time, effort, patience, and even capital, which is few right now, so if you so desire, please pray for our family as we take flight in this adventure.
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Sep. 3, 2008 - prayers for you
Posted by amaneh Hi there. I was reading your blog and felt led to tell you I am praying for you. Whatever your project is, if God is leading you there, all will work out. Take care and may you continue to feel God's presence in your life. ~ Lisa