He is a provider

That's kind of been the theme of my last week or two.  I mean, it's always been true, without a doubt in my mind.  But it's kept coming up over and over lately.

I'm far away from home.  I've been kind of homesick lately, especially for my sisters.
But He has provided me with 2 sweet Austrian girls to smother me in hugs when I need them.
I miss my American friends and living so close as across campus to them.
But He has provided me with a church family, through which I have found a community of believers who laugh with me, learn with me, and encourage me when I'm not feeling top-notch.
It's hard to keep in touch with people 9 hours behind, and some relationships are better just to let go.
But He has provided me with friends who show me that I'm worth the effort and has provided me with the strength and peace to let others go.
November marks 6 months from college graduation.  This means the class of 2011 begins paying back student loans.  I'm not exactly making the big bucks on this adventure.
But He has provided me a job including meals, health insurance, housing, and enough money for a little traveling and train tickets to church every weekend.

It seems like every time I've needed reminding, something really obvious shows me that I'm taken care of.  I needn't worry too much, because He is a provider.

Grace and peace,

Hilary