Last night was our second last pre-marital counselling session with Paul Johansen. Many people have asked James and I if we dread going, but we don't. Our experience is that it is something to look forward to. It has opened the dialogue between James and I on a level that is a bit deeper than we went before. It revealed to us some of our weaknesses, but also, many of our strengths that we didn't know existed. In the end, I think that these sessions made us love one another even more while also showing us that the issues we face with one another aren't so unique, but are actually pretty normal.

So I'm feeling refreshed and confident as I move into my marriage with James. It's funny how many people expect me to be completely stressed or panicked, but that's not my reality at all. I feel calm and maybe a little impatient too, because the day is still too far away!

I do have some prayer requests... firstly, is for Dave Moon, James' brother-in-law. He has developped carpal tunnel syndrome in his wrists and may find it difficult to play the piano on the day of the wedding. Since we are connected with many pianists, this doesn't pose too much of a problem in terms of the wedding, however, it is pretty uncomfortable for Dave.

Secondly, as many of you know, James is currently looking for a teaching position anywhere in Southern Ontario (since London isn't really hiring). Please pray that doors are opened and that we don't get discouraged as we play the waiting game.

Hope all is well for those reading!