A couple of weeks ago I went in to the Apple Store to purchase a Macbook. I looked around and decided which laptop I really thought would work the best. I came to my decision that it was the Macbook Pro, it's the higher end type of laptop, but the lower model in the series. I was really excited, but they were swamped so I waited and waited. When I finally spoke with someone, they informed me it was out of stock everywhere, and that I could order it online with free-shipping or call in every once in awhile to see if they have had any shipments. Though the latter of the two options seemed a little obnoxious, I'm still just old fashioned when it comes to this stuff and like to be in person for big purchases. I left the store that day frustrated that I drove out to Rosedale for nothing, yet excited that I knew what I really wanted.
In the meantime, I called every so often until last friday when I got a bite! I decided to call in the morning for a change. The nice man at the rosedale store said to call midday because they get blind shipments all day. (why didn't any of them tell me that before?) I almost forgot to call, but at 1pm I stole a moment away from work and called the Apple Store. VOILA! They had the exact one I wanted, but could only hold it for 2hours. I guess it was going to be a half-day, good thing my "schedule" is flexible. I informed Guy(the boss-man), about the news and he gave me his blessing. At 2:35pm I was out the door and on my way to Rosedale.
I walked in and told them I had a Macbook Pro waiting for me, etc etc. The guy who helped me then inquired if I knew about the free printer offer with mail-in rebate, or the student discount offer. I indeed knew about the student discout, but quickly informed him that it probably wouldn't work for me. We went over to the printer and he showed me the free one that included a scanner AND copier... SWEET! Sign me up! Then he inquired further about my school, and I told him about the University for the Nations (which is the affiliated university that gives credit for the DTS). I said I didn't think it was considered the same as a university because even when I tried to defer loans it didn't show up in there list. He said he had heard of YWAM and that he would check UFN out. He came back and said all he needed was to see some sort of certification that I was enrolled... another AWESOME deal! That meant I got $200 off AND a FREE ipod nano. I was astonished... I really had it in my head that I wouldn't get the student discount.
As I walked out of the store with my laptop, printer(scanner/copier), and ipod nano, I could barely contain my joy and elation. I felt an overwhelming gratefulness to my Lord for putting all these things into place. (not to mention thankfulness to my Grandma who was the $ provider... lots of LOVE to her!!) I put it all in the trunk and got in my car, and BAWLED.
There was so much anticipation and unexpected additions, it was too much to contain. Why is it that God keeps paving my way so easily? (knock on wood) Where is the hang-up going to be, I mean, God forbid... I don't want anything awful to happen, but with everything going fairly easily it's hard to believe it will continue to be this easy. I suppose it will be difficult in other arenas... maybe the arena of my heart, unexpeced things that I have to work through? I don't know... I know this whole journey won't be easy, but I guess if these initial things go well, it's better that way?!
ending prayer of thankfulness..
OH Lord... you have been good.... you have been faithful... you have been good.
Thank you Lord Jesus for the path you have paved before me and what you will bring me through in the next 7months... I anticipate your revelations of life, love, trust, and peace... and so much more!
