Friday 14 November 2014

There and Back Again! A Long-Awaited Update!


Oxford, UK
Hello dear friends! I'm finally back after such a loooong absence. So much has happened since my last post last Easter. God has been very good and faithful. Yes, I can truly say that 'hitherto hath the Lord helped [me]' (1 Samuel 7:12). 

So, I guess I owe you all a little update. 


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First of all, the biggest update is that last August I finally finished my BA degree in History and Politics! The graduation ceremony is scheduled for next year still, but I'm definitely done! It's been a long and wearisome four years, but definitely all very worth it! Praise the Lord! I just feel so relieved to have that all behind me now. I've just reached another important milestone in my life and, now, I'm looking forward to what the Lord has in store for me for the future. As an aspiring historian, more history study is expected. In fact, I'm planning to do my BA Honours next year, if the Lord wills. I'm still praying for His guidance regarding my thesis and all that, though. It'll be a great deal of work, that's for sure, but an important thing to do.








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For the time being, though, I'm trying to find time to relax a bit and 
do a bit of catch up on a lot of things I've missed on during the last four years. I've started some sewing projects and a knitting project; I'm continuing my singing lessons; helping mum around the home more and learning to be a better homemaker. I've also taken up quilting for the first time! It's a challenge but I'm eager to learn. I'm also continuing decorating work on my younger sister's, Dollhouse, by adding curtains and lights! Christmas is coming up soon, too, and I've got some craft projects on my mind. Meanwhile I'm trying to catch up on some leisurely reading. There are just so many books out there waiting to be explored! At the same time I hope to refresh my spiritual life and my relationship with the Lord, with more devotional reading. Yes, it's a lot of stuff. I've really missed that creative side of me with all this study. It's a really welcome break. 


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Hopefully, I'll be posting more updates on these projects! (Don't you like this picture on the left? Sweet, isn't it?!)




Another important thing that happened during this time, last July to be precise, I went with my family on my very first trip to England! It was a long and very hectic trip, yes, but an amazing and very exciting experience for me. We stayed in London, Oxford, and Cambridge, about a week in each. I loved England and I would love to visit again someday! (more on my UK trip in another post, Lord willing...please stay tuned!)


London, UK


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Finally, during this time, my dear grandmother (Dad's mum) passed away. She was the last surviving grandparent. We all miss her very much. Our comfort is that she is in a far better place, with no more sorrow or pain. With Christ it is far better indeed! Our hope is that we will see her again one day, through God's Grace and mercy! I'm thankful for the sweet memories I have of her. She's inspired me in a lot of things, particularly in my love of singing, storytelling, and interior designing. She was great in all these and I appreciate her encouraging me in them. 


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So, this is all for this update! I hope this will restore my momentum in blogging after this absence! 

Granny's favourite hymn, 'What a Friend We Have in Jesus!'



6 comments:

  1. Congratulations on your graduation, Sarah! That is quite an achievement! :)

    So lovely to see you back on the blogging world again. :) xox

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    1. Thanks very much, Emily! :) I'm excited to be back, too! :)

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  2. Congratulations on your achievement at uni, Sarah! A job well done, and a course finished!

    It's so fun to have time for those creative things, isn't it? Every time I finish a novel draft I come out for a few weeks and cook and sew and read like crazy. My sister and I had dollhouses and decorated them when we were younger. We had toasters and food and canned goods and vases and real electric lights--including an electric fireplace log. They are dear things. I'd love to see pictures of your sister's, if you care to share.

    This was a really enjoyable post. Thanks for taking the time. :)

    ~Schuyler

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    1. Thanks very much, Schuyler!! So glad to have you visit my blog! :)

      Yes, it sure is lovely to be able to be creative! Unfortunately, I'm always racing against time! There usually isn't enough time to accomplish all that one wishes to do! It can be a bit frustrating. I just need to be patient and set priorities. :)

      Sure! As soon as I'm done, I'll share photos of the dollhouse! I can hardly wait myself!

      God bless,
      Sarah

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  3. ah well done dear sister in the LORD, Sarah may God bless you in all your future endeavours, was great to have an update, love to you, and family, Shaz in Oz.x

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    1. Thanks very much, Shaz! It's good to be back! :)
      Love to you, too!
      God Bless,
      Sarah

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