Summer's coming

Wow.. I haven't posted in a while.

So the end of the year is coming up fast.

Things on my plate:

Finding a place to live from June 12th to August 7th.
Finding a job for the summer.
Studying for finals this week.
Staying focused on and obedient to God.

So right now my options for housing this summer are:

1. Costa Verde Apts (South Village) w/ Debra (taking Ishani's spot)

Cons:
a. I don't know the people. I found them through the UCSD Off Campus Housing website.
b. They aren't Christian.
c. They are all seniors.

Pros:
a. The location is close to EVERYTHING! School, Albertsons, Blockbuster, the Post Office, my friends who live in Costa Verde too, the pool, the mall... EVERYTHING!
b. The room is VERY VERY spacious. I get to use her full size bed, her desk, and half of her closet space.
c. Parking is easy. It's right off the street.
d. There is an elevator and the room is the FIRST room next to it. Moving my stuff won't be a pain in the butt.
e. The price is pretty good... one of the lowest. Only $341 for rent about $40 for utilities.
f. There is a washer and dryer in the unit.

2. The Venetian w/ Jill, Rachel, and Kathy. (taking Laura's spot)

Cons:
a. The room is small.
b. There are a heck of a lot of stairs to go up.
c. Parking is a little harder.
d. My roommates aren't active Christians.
e. It's a little more expensive -- $350 + 45 for utilities... that's almost $400.
f. Laura isn't leaving til a week after I need the place.
g. The kitchen is pretty small too.

Pros:
a. I know the girls... They're from KP.
b. The place is right next to the pool and the gym.
c. There is a washer and dryer in the unit.
d. It's pretty close to VONS and a whole bunch of other things.
e. It's just as close to school as Costa Verde.

3. Costa Verde or a Condo in La Jolla w/ Ferry and Sheryl (taking Nowie's spot)

Cons:

a. They're not moving in til mid July.
b. Not sure about the girls' faith.
c. It would be hard to move for the second time during the summer.

Pros:

a. I know and love the girls.
b. It's hecka cheap. Only $300 for rent and some for utilities.
c. Lots of space and storage cuz it'll be unfurnished.
d. I'd get to use Nowie's furniture -- a bed, desk, shelves and other containers.
e. They have to live in La Jolla so wherever they choose to live, it'll be close to school.

4. La Jolla Tennis Club

Pros:
a. Only $300 a month. COOL!
b. Living with April! COOL!
c. Closest out of all places to school and freeway.
d. Very spacious.
e. Not charged for utilities.
f. Talkative fun girls, very chill roommate.
g. Close to the Regents bus to school.
h. Amenities include cable modem, pool, washer/dryer, tennis court.

Cons:
a. Still not sure.. going to check it out RIGHT NOW! Praise the LORD!
b. Old.
c. Maybe too talkative...
d. Not as many amenities as Costa Verde.
e. Gym? I dont think so.. not sure.
f. Not so close to grocery or any friends.
g. Washer and dryer are downstairs in the garage... no like.
h. Lots of stairs.. No elevator.

Ok. Time to pray about things.

Dear Lord,

First and foremost I want to praise you and thank you for who you are to me. I acknowledge that you are sovereign over everything... especially my life. Jesus, there are a lot of decisions to be made for this summer and I pray that you would guide me in making each one. I bring them all to you and trust that you will provide and care for me in the best way possible.

Father forgive me of my sins. I know that I have not been perfect.. and I never will be. I've been procrastinating a lot with my school stuff and haven't been focusing. Lord I love you and I want to be obedient in every aspect of my life.

Right now i want to lift up to you my living situation for this summer. I pray Lord that you would clearly speak to me. Please drown out my own selfish desires and show me what is best for me. I give these decisions up to you and know that you have a purpose and plan for everything.

I also lift up to you everything above that i listed.. my job, finals, being obedient... and all my deepest desires and burdens. Please take them from me. I want my will to conform to yours.

I love you Jesus. You know my heart is to worship you... please help me to show you everyday.

Your child,

Zandi