Why I have Roommates...

Wow- 2 posts in 2 days! Haha.

Last night I was standing in my kitchen doing some dishes and I was looking out over into my living room where one of my roommates was sitting next to the Christmas tree wrapping presents for family and friends. My other roommate had just finished cooking dinner (which she shared with us) and was back in her room trying to study for an upcoming test for work. As I was standing there I thought to myself how grateful I am to have roommates. I hate, hate, hate coming home to an empty house. I feel so blessed to not only come home to roommates but more than that- friends! I love the busy-ness that takes place in our little condo. I have owned my 3 bed-room condo for almost 5 years now and I have loved who God has provided to live in the other 2 bed-rooms.

Yes, there have been times lately where I have struggled with having roommates because I thought that I would be married by now and have a permanent roommate- my husband. But, God hasn't provided that, instead He has provided sweet sisters.

I have gotten to be a bridesmaid in 2 of my former roommates weddings and I have remained close friends with other girls who had to move out for various reasons. Of course there are times when we get annoyed with each other or don't feel like talking when we get home but- what a blessing it is to share not only a living space but a life with 2 other people.

I love coming home and telling my roommates about my day or coming home from a date and having them wait up for me so that I can tell them allll about this boy. I have loved having my roommates excitedly come home and screaming for joy with them about their recent engagement. I have loved connecting my roommates with my other friends and seeing friendships blossom in new ways.

I am blessed, I really am and I am thankful that the Lord is kind enough to remind me of His sweet provision in my life through my roommates and friends.