Rainy Days and Tuesdays

     It's after ten which isn't that late for a seminary student...but this one is on the exhausted side.  I just got back from a Bible study at Phil and Lisa's home in Milwaukee that I go to on Tuesday nights.  We are studying the book of James and the topic of the evening was Wisdom.  What does James mean when he is speaking of the wisdom of God and how is it perceived by our present culture?  I went away reminded of much and challenged to seek God for more.  Today I also was delighted to find a parcel awaiting me!  Cheryl, a friend from Boston, likes spending money on me (especially on the postage!) and it makes me feel rather special.  To be honest I have yet to open the parcel because it's a tradition between us that I call her and then open it at the same time so she can hear my reaction!  I'll let you know what treasures I find inside.
     Last week was a bit hectic.  I came down with a cold that took me out of class last week and kept me sleeping for most of the weekend.  I'm back to normal now for the most part but have some catching up to do with my reading and paper writing.  School has been keeping me busy.  It seems as if there is never enough time.  I'm not sure if I mentioned that not long after I'd arrived here I was having some trouble sleeping...but those days are thankfully gone.  When I climb into bed (with my heated mattress pad) I find myself dreaming in 60 seconds or less only to awakend by the 5:30 am alarm.  So I'm off to bed...