God of the city.

It has come to my attention (after a momentary lapse of about a year) that God is a God of the city. Not to say that I didn't know this, but God himself has brought it to my attention in a way that has captured me once again as a city girl.

My heart is aching once again to be reminded of all that I have to see and learn here. I am in awe--of how much I don't know--of how many PEOPLE I don't know. It seems there is so much to learn when there are so many people you don't know--b/c people primarily learn through people.

How do I know what my neighbor is like...unless I get to know my neighbor? How can I be sure that I "know it all" when I am clearly limited to my own experiences and need an "in" to the experiences of others.

There is so much to learn.

I am amazed as I walk by strangers everyday--realizing that b/c I am here (literally here in this city) that I am only one step away from knowing somebody new at every turn. All it takes is a smile and friendly gesture, as well as a sort of opening heart.

People have barriers and soft spots. There is so much to learn...and so much to know.

And I have so much to share.

In the neighborhood or at the city bar, I am always open for new friends.

God is here.