brittany nicole

Well for starters, I’ll say Merry Christmas. This year I didn’t put in any special request for gifts from Santa. I thought after how much God blessed me this year, that would be selfish of me.

I started off the new year as single as a slice of cheese, but I believe that this opened my eyes and caused me to understand that certain people are placed in your life to teach you life lessons. You take those lessons that you learned and try not to make some of the same mistakes twice. I believe that my previous relationship caused for me to put my happiness on the back burner in order to make his happiness a priority. Your past is something that you should never regret because it will show you what you don’t want in your future.

I also started off the new year working two jobs because after graduation in May 2013, I did not apply for jobs like I should have. My priorities were out of order, and my relationship was ranked pretty high on the list. I was determined to not relocate so that I could remain in this relationship. I tried the long distance relationship before, and it didn’t work out, so I wasn’t going down that path again. I was working day time on one job, night shift for the other… and don’t forget I was enrolled in classes for my next degree. Most people who have a degree under their belt, don’t have to work that hard after school. I was making this sacrifice for someone who I was madly in love with, and because of that I was blinded by the fact that I was holding myself back from having a bright future.

In February 2014, I started applying for jobs as if my life depended on it. Even though I was working two jobs, I knew for a fact that I didn’t want to do this for the rest of my life. As much as I wanted to quit one, I was enjoying the financial aspect that comes from working all day (literally). In June 2014, I was blessed with the opportunity to receive an upgrade on my car. 2014 Elantra… No cosigner needed. I make my own money, and I spend it how I like.

In July 2014, I finally started receiving calls about an interview for the jobs that I had been applying for months ago. Interview, after interview, after interview… Sent me through a period of self doubt, feeling of unworthiness and made me question if receiving my BS degree was worth going through all of the 15 page essays, early mornings, late nights and overwhelming study sessions.

August 2014 I actually started to believe that my prayers were being answered, because prior to this I had lost faith in him. I was starting to receive job offers, but after reviewing all aspects of the job, I would turn it down. My mom said now how do you know that God didn’t set this up for you? I simply stated because I have been specific in my prayer, and I’m going to know which job God has chosen for me. I had a second interview for the position that I strongly believed that God had lined up for me. Unfortunately I received the call that they had chosen another candidate for the position. At this point I was so confused, but I continued to pray and ask for God to show me his will.

September 2014 I received a call from the company that had chosen another candidate for the position in August. They informed me that they had another opening available in their office and if I was still interested, the job was all mine. If you only knew how excited I was for this opportunity to be opened up for me after I though that the door was closed. ‘For if you continue to walk by faith, and not by sight’

October 2014 My career began and I enjoy all aspects of being an admissions counselor. Everyday I’m reminded about how God was testing me, I’m so grateful that he saw fit to bring me into this opportunity. Blessings come in all sizes, but this was the highlight of them all.

December 2014 God has been blessing me all year long, so Santa you can skip over me this year. I write this not to brag, but to uplift someone who is questioning the path that is being requested by God for you to take.

His timing is perfect.

His love is unconditional.

His blessings for you are only for you.

Tis the real reason for the season.