No Pictures, Read Anyway

Here's an analogy regarding recent events in my life - It's as if I've been standing outside of an exhibit, a museum if you will, for the last several years. I've been patiently waiting in line for my turn to go inside, and I've met some interesting people in line along the way. Some of these people have taken cuts, some have tried to stay behind in fear of what dwells within the museum. Though the line has been moving slowly, I've finally made my way to the door and inside to see the incredible exhibit I've been looking forward to. I'm glad to finally be inside. Upon finding the exhibit I'm slightly disappointed... it's behind glass. Though I can certainly see it, I'm unable to touch it, to taste it, to smell it, or anything of the sort.
It's mildly disheartening to keep waiting for the next stage of life. I feel as though I've been waiting for adulthood for too long. I do so want to graduate, to start a career, to move out, to get married, to start a family, but it seems as though there are a few more experiences to complete before then. Perhaps if I worked at the museum... or maybe this is it. Maybe I can gaze at the beauty of the sweet life He's granted me and chat with some others looking at the same thing. Maybe someone will care to hear my interpretation of the piece of art called life.
For now I will rejoice in what I have and be excited about what's coming next. I am not only waiting for what's to come but enjoying what I have while I can. Living life to the fullest for the glory of His name. Change will come in His timing, I will not only wait for this change but also upon my Lord. I choose to serve Him in frustration, in joy, and in a longing to love.