strange coincidences (?)

I had a really refreshing, yet tiresome week this week, spent in Pwllheli. I was reminded of some of the basic things that I needed to get back into the habit of doing (or cultivate a habit in the first place to do!-you know how it can be!) I re-visited some older friendships, and learnt a bit about how God allows things to coincide with each other. A lot had happened since I last talked with one friend, and it was good to be able to reassure each other, from our experiences from the past year. I felt free to open up to her, and it was really nice that she felt able to do the same. We both had tough years last year, but seem to be getting back on track this year, which we both could glorify God in. It was amazing to be able to share that with someone, and see God working in both of our lives, and still maintaining our relationship with Him. I was so encouraged to have been able to share these deep things, and I really value her friendship. We ended up having a real sense of how God takes everything, good and bad and translates it into his will and its also really good that we can glorify Him, by making much of what he has done for us through the bad times, and hopefuly learn to rejoice in the good times too.
I love the fact that the more time goes on, I can begin to understand some small ways of how God was using last years experiences to shape things that are happening in my life now. Thinking about things, I really dont think I would have given up my job as a HCA to go to uni if things with Matt hadnt come to head last year, and then I wouldnt have been in the circumstance and situation that I am in now :) Which I really value. I love Chester still,and love the friendships i've made there.

So, going back to the title... strange...or mysterious, all I know is that it is God, and He is so good. We just have to see the blessings within our lives, giving the glory back to him.