I miss writing songs...I could use a dose of creativity...or time to spend trying to be creative.

The last few weeks have been quite full. I made it home for Easter which was so wonderful. My parents blessed me and three of my pals in numerous ways.

Now, back at the grindstone, working at finishing well.

So yes, these last few weeks have actually been quite full, but wonderfully full. I've come to the point where I'm realizing that time is becoming limited as I finish up the last few assignments, partake of some last random adventures, embrace conversations with pleasant people of TWU, and before I know it...I'll be wearing that grad gown, skipping across the stage to my diploma, and then hopping on the ferry, homeward bound. I am very much enjoying these days...embracing each moment...especially as the beauty of spring as it is unraveling before my eyes, it has been glorious.

My little mind has been processing many things lately, and it can be frustrating when I awaken from my sleep and the things of life pounce into my thoughts. It takes me a few moments to shove the thoughts of life out of my mind and to lie in bed, listen to the birds, and pray for the day ahead.

Oh how I desire my heart to be rooted in Christ. I've been pondering what it is to know Christ intimately. Not just reading the bible or praying daily, but really digging deep into the Word, really praying as if I am talking to the Creator of the universe, really embracing a real relationship.

God is doing some neat things in my heart.

"If you continue in My word, then you are truly disciples of Mine, and you will know the truth, and the truth will make you free!" - John 8:31-32

May you be encouraged to dig deep into scripture and to spend time with the Lord.

Blessings to you...

Memories from Chicago...

Our Team...
Dan, Kevin, Heidi, Karey, Lindsay, Me, Zac, Peter

Handing out food at the shelter

Lovely Granny

Cleaning dishes

P.E at the school with the Pre-Ks and Kindergartners

Sweeties

Lil' Jimmy

Saying goodbye on our last day

Chicago at night

Linds, Karey, Heidi and I skating...

Zac, Peter, Dan and Kev skating

As close as Peter and I could get to Michael Jordan's statue

At the zoo!!! Giraffes :)

Finally seeing Monkeys!

Turn your eyes upon Jesus

"Grace and peace be multiplied to you in the knowledge of God and of Jesus our Lord; seeing that His divine power has granted to use everything pertaining to life and godliness, through the true knowledge of Him who called us by His own glory and excellence. For by these He has granted to us His precious and magnificent promises, so that by them you may become partakers of the divine nature, having escaped the corruption that is in the world by lust. Now for this very reason also, applying all diligence, in your faith supply moral excellence, and in your moral excellence, knowledge, and in your knowledge, self-control, and in your self-control, perseverance, and in your perseverance, godliness, and in your godliness, brotherly kindness, and in your brotherly kindness, love. For if these qualities are yours and are increasing, they render you neither useless nor unfruitful in the true knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ." 2 Peter 1:2-8

It is a hard thing to keep our eyes fixed on Christ. Ironically however, it is when our eyes and heart are focused on Him, then the problem's of daily life fade in comparison and we are able to just 'be' and live life in freedom as we trust in the faithful character of the Lord.

Mom reminded me these song lyrics this week:

Turn your eyes upon Jesus

Look full in His wonderful face.

And the things of earth will grow strangely dim,

In the light of His glory and grace.

Amen. I'm thankful that the things of earth will 'strangely' fade away in comparison to Christ. That the things I let my mind wastefully ponder over for too long, or the things I worry about and cannot change, will fade in comparison to knowing the heart of our Lord. May we strive to have Christ as our focus.

At twenty minutes to midnight:

First and sadly, my camera card is acting up, so my plethora of photos are unattainable at this time. Lame sauce. Thus, no exciting pictures yet.

Tonight, we had a successful surprise birthday party for Susanne and Rika - it was stellar. Those girls are most amazing.

Thank you to the two friends who wrote me letters this week. Both letters were full of biblical truths and encouragement, and they have touched my heart deeply. Perhaps I shall go into detail another time, but for now, I have been inspired and challenged to dig deeper into my relationship with the Lord, and to allow myself to be vulnerable in His hands, to be His clay.

I am oh so eager to return to the island for Easter break...it will be a most needed time. The beach is a callin...

Until next time.