So I have been thinking about writing a book...

There, now I have actually said it. I have always wanted to be a writer. In high school, I dreamed of landing that perfect job: writer for Rolling Stone Magazine. I know, dream on, but I was serious. I was the editor of my yearbook, and an editor for the newspaper. I was accepted to a respected journalism department at a decent university. I had won several awards and scholarships. and then....dum, duh dum. God tapped me on the shoulder.

I felt called into ministry. At 17 feeling called is pretty close to the same feeling as being kicked in the groin. It hurt, was a little confusing, and very shocking. It got my attention. Now, I don't really know if God was leading me to ministry, or maybe the fact that I looked up to and admired the youth minister in my church, but I completely changed directions.

I applied to and was accepted to Kentucky Christian College (now Kentucky Christian University). For the most part things were good there. I learned a lot and made great friends, but long story short: I dropped out after 3 years. I got married and went into the world of "real" work. I say "real" work, because most people feel that ministry isn't that difficult. Truth be told, it is a 24-7 job. And a mostly thankless one at that.

Now, almost 7 years later, I am being led back towards ministry. I am part of a growing community called 3rd Place, where I serve as the facilitator. I have been given an awesome opportunity and responsibility to lead this group closer to each other, and closer to God. All the while, my passion for writing has been increasing.

I started this blog over a year ago, and have been sharpening my skills, my technique, my wit. I have made connections with several well respected writers. I have developed a sense of purpose.

So there it is. My confession. I want to be a writer. Who knows, maybe it will happen someday.

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