So I have been pretty lazy with my blog posts, sorry. God works in mysterious ways and sometimes within our walk with Christ, God throws roadblocks in the way. Due to our sinful nature we are sometimes blinded and don't realize that WE don't make plans God does! But when we are completely consumed and in Love with God's sovereign grace we can take joy in our suffering which we can read in the book of Ephesians is according to the will of our heavenly father. "In him we have obtained an inheritance, having been predestined according to the purpose of him who works all things according to the counsel of his will, so that we who were the first to hope in Christ might be to the praise of his glory." (Ephesians 1:11-12) I have heard so many people say they believe things happen in their lives for a reason, the answer is yes things do happen for a reason because God has his hand in everything we do. Its a humbling thought that I truly have a hard time wrapping my head around but seeing a glimpse of God's glory and majesty puts me on my knees in worship. Our God is an awesome God! 

About a week ago my mother called and asked me to come over because she had something to tell me. To be completely honest, the past few months I have not been honoring my mother the way that she deserves. Through prayer and the Holy Spirit, I knew that I need to spend more time with my mom and love on her. This was three weeks ago, two weeks later when my mom had asked me to come ever I was in the car and knew that either two things had happened; First that she lost her job or second that she has cancer. By the time I pulled into the driveway I knew she had cancer, and sure enough she sat me down on the couch and told me the news, She has cancer. God is sovereign! Because of my moms relationship with God she has taken joy in her sufferings. She has realized that she cant heal herself, only God can! It has been an amazing few weeks. Please be praying for her and if you know her your encouragement would be appreciated. If you are going through trials in your life pray that God may give you understanding and joy that the tomb is empty and we have a risen savior!     

So I know what you are thinking! Is he seriously making a post about Chacos, well the answer is yes, I'm a dork. Last night I went into my dad's room and the first thing that came out of his mouth was "NO SHOES ON THE CARPET!" Of course I'm not going to argue with a cranky father but I began to wonder, am I doing more harm than good by taking off my Chacos in the house? For those of you who are frequent Chaco users, you found out that by the first week or so of wearing this strange "Moses" Sandals that they have this certain stench that is quite unique. Those of who that dont have Chacos, I don't know how to describe the smell in words so... I guess you'll have to take a trip to your local REI and get a pair. They are highly recommend (Channing says they are orthopedic approved). You will have healthy stinky feet. Anyway after a days use of my Chacos, my feet reek and accumulate some nasty junk on the bottom of my foot, I'm not really sure what it is. One night, as I was coming in from work, I took them off and left a black imprint of my foot on the carpet, nasty I know! This is not the most wonderful sight for my dad see as he came in from work. No matter what if I take my Chacos off I hear crap and if I leave them on I hear more crap. So this is my stance on the subject of Chaco cleanliness, taking off your Chacos to help with the tracking in of dirt is a waste of time and actually causing more harm than good! But I would love to hear what you have to say so leave me a comment expressing your opinion...

So I got one of these Blog things! I have never done this before so we will see how it goes. You are probably wondering why the title of my page says Marsh Dweller, well I was trying to come up with a creative title so... I googled the meaning of my name and this certain website stated that the name Carson means "the son of a marsh dweller!" Welcome to my life a Marsh Dweller! Well I'm sitting here at the Daily Grind coffee house drinking their house blend trying to figure out how in the world I'm going to pass my political science test tomorrow morning. Please keep my grades in your prayer as well as every other college student taking finals this week. We are all pretty much freaking out! I never really understood test anxiety until this semester and I have been told that it doesn't get much better. Yesterday I read 2 Peter and was slightly confused. God is sovereign!