Tis the Season

The Christmas season has never really been my favorite time of year. There have been too many uncomfortable memories and quite frankly, I just always struggle to get in the Christmas spirit. I know that Jesus is the reason for the season, and I know that is what we are truly celebrating, but still I usually do not get into it. This year has been no different for me, however Jenn has been working diligently to try and change my point-of-view on Christmas. I’m believing that this year we’ll start new traditions, and I’m thankful to be sharing Christmas with my wife.

Here is what else has been going on:

- I’ve begun to get connected at Jenn’s church. There are some nice people there and the Word gets preached, but I’m still apprehensive about committing to going there. We’re looking around a little but it is likely to take some time.

- Jenn and I were both sick in the past two weeks and its kept us out of the gym. That’s a bummer. I was just getting into a routine and it all went to dust. We likely won’t get back into it full speed until after the New Year.

- It appears that virtually no one outside of Ohio thinks Ohio State has a chance against Oregon. Perhaps they’ve forgotten that Oregon’s defense is kinda leaky? I’m not saying the Buckeyes are going to win, but it wouldn’t surprise me if they do.

- Can anyone believe the type of season the Rams have had? They have numerous players on injured reserve or out long term through the season, and now they are dealing with up to 6 players with the swine flu. They are not very good at 1-12, but as a fan I have to believe this type of season is building character for the long-term.

- Cincinnati does not feel like home to me yet. I know God sent me down here for more than just marrying Jenn, but for something else. I’m anxious to find out what it is.

- I managed to get Jenn addicted to Farmville. She plays that game more than me!

- Married life has not been easy. I was not accountable to anyone else but God for two years, and now I have to think about Jenn’s needs first. I admit I am not always successful at that, in fact, I sometimes fail miserably, but I will keep trying. I want our marriage to glorify God.

- Special congrats to my long-time friend, Tamara Dennon. She recently got herself engaged! It is nice to see someone take a leap-of-faith in an time where people are finding ways to end a marriage.

Merry Christmas, Everyone!