Yet another new beginning :)

I always seem to say that nothing news-worthy happens in my life. And there's truth to that, really. My usual day is filled with schoolwork, deadlines, work demands, and a regular dose of whining in between. Although it could be busy at times, it's pretty standard and typical for a grad student like me, probably (thankfully) a bit less cut-throat and way less dramatic compared with others of my kind. But lately I am seeing that I am a bit different from the rest - in a borderline weird, eccentric, kind of way. Nonetheless, blessed to be so.

I am finding myself drawn and hungry for more than just what the world of knowledge brings. I am finding myself challenged not only by depths of science, but the purpose of my life, which I now realize is not just to bridge the gaps of scientific knowledge on antimicrobial resistance. I have always recognized that over and beyond my blessing to venture here for an additional degree, I am here for a higher purpose and that God has a big plan for the little me. And although my path has since been straightforward, there is that restlessness I find so familiar. Until last Wednesday (October 14). That day, was my very first session with Sister Rose, whom I now proudly refer to as my Spiritual Director.

Having finally taken that path feels like a new chapter is to unfold, and I can't be any more spiritually excited than I've ever been. There is a sense of that peace, like I know what I was doing. Honestly, I really don't. Not even what to expect nor what my goals for this should be. I just know I have set off into a blessed journey, and I am moving a step closer to home. And because it seems to me that making this decision to take this path is a blessing enough, everything else that happens along the way, would be a bonus.

I am clueless, but ready. Happily at peace on this new road I'm on :) Closer to home.