past. present. future.

over six years ago, i visited texas for the first time. i’d flown through and had layovers in different cities before, but i’d never actually experienced texas beyond terminal eight. six years ago, i spent a weekend in austin and taught at a disciple now event. there was something so distinct about the city that stirred my heart–i remember arriving back in nashville and telling my family that if i ever left tennessee, it would [only] be for austin.

then, two years later, i moved to austin dallas. it was most unexpected, but i quickly fell in love with the town. the four years i spent there were some of the greatest, most refining years of my life… personally, spiritually, and professionally. many intimate, lifelong friendships were forged there–friendships that i believe will continue for years and years to come.

but now this journey has brought me to [what i thought was] my original destination: austin. even after six years, this city still captivates something deep inside my soul and challenges me to look beyond what is now. walking away from a successful job and steady paycheck… into the unknown of the lord’s direction is [scary] good. i’m excited and wait in expectation to see what he has in store for this part of the adventure.

join me in praying for clear direction during these next few months!

[i promise i'll try to blog more often.]