30 September 2009

Welcome


This is the place where I reduce the complexity in my life (in theory) and take the time to step back and write about what's important to me without the noise that comes from the crazy, non-stop, clutter-filled world around me. I love simple things, small things, intimate moments with God. Out of those times come the things that inspire my everyday life. I chose the name for my blog intentionally. The "tion" at the end implies action - "the act of...". Simplifying the way I live my life is a choice. It means saying no to the things that clutter up my mind, energy and time. It's seeking to find God in the midst of the ordinary. Giving him the time to work on my flawed and imperfect self and make me more like him. It's a choice, an action, a journey and also a most incredible adventure. I'd love to have you along for the ride.

About me

Hello!!

I suppose you're here because you want to know a little something about the girl who writes here. Ok, I'd be happy to share. But just before I begin though, I've got a confession to make. I hate talking about myself. Oh, talking about my experiences is fine and throughout my writings it can't be helped because one's writing reveals something of oneself in such a way that it's impossible to detach one from the other. But talking about me in a nutshell is really hard. I'm so complicated!! Aren't we all:-)

But here goes. I'll try my absolute hardest, promise.

I am Jo-Ann. Hi:)

I am 22 years old young. I live in New Zealand, in the beautiful city of Christchurch. It really is beautiful, I'm not just saying that;) My favourite thing about living here is that there are four definite seasons to the year and sometimes all four in one day. There is lots of open space and the old buildings in town are gorgeous. Maybe I should give you a tour of 'my town' sometime?

I have just completed a university degree in early childhood teaching and I'm currently looking for my first teaching job!

I love to travel. I have family scattered all over the world so I've had the immense pleasure of visiting places that otherwise, I would not have had the opportunity to. My adventures have taken me to Australia, England, Scotland, France, South Africa, Singapore and throughout New Zealand.

I live at home with my parents and younger brother. We have an adorable Labrador called Daisy who occasionally makes an appearance in these 'pages'.

I love books, and flowers, and rain, and umbrellas, and earrings. I also love lavender, Beatrix Potter and A.A. Milne, the sea, and scarves. And I collect teacups. I love teacups. But most of all, I love Jesus. He knows exactly who I am and surprises me in the funniest and most unexpected ways. He is more than I could ever describe.


So I guess that brings us to the end. I would love it if you introduced yourself! You can do that by leaving me a comment or you can email me:-)

Contact

Suggestions, questions, comments or just want to say hi?

I'd love to hear from you!

My email is joannatsimplification[at]gmail[dot]com ...

...and if that's too much effort to type out (I don't blame you) then just click here :)