Well everyone, it seems like this past week was one of scheduled events at all times. With the responsibilities of my project job along with my normal job all paired up with the fact that I went home for the weekend equaled a week that was jam-packed. However, it was cool to see that everything worked out and how I needed to be flexible and accommodating.
This passed week I feel as if I have learned a lot and so many different things have happened. So here goes a random list of all that.
- One of my favorite and smartest cousins got married this weekend. It was cool to see how loving he was towards his wife at the wedding. This is often unusual to see at the actual wedding ceremony for Indian weddings.
- While I always knew this, I am unsure if I have actually ever said it. My brothers and I make a pretty great team. Somehow we all know when to take orders and give commands. We each have our own strengths and weaknesses that all work together.
- I love working with others who are humble. There is a guy named Jimmy at my church back home who is just an incredible team player but at the same time does so much. The amount of time he has invested in various activities is often unappreciated. However, I have never seen him make a big deal or commotion about anything.
- A blessing from God that I never really truly appreciated. A guy I know, John (or as I lovingly call him Dosha) is one of my best friends. We have known each other since birth. For me, he has been the example of the true Christian life through thick and thin. The things he has gone through and is still going through is challenging. However, he continually gives all the praise to God and lives a life according to God’s will.
- My family is loud. Not just my immediate parents, siblings, and grandparents. I am talking about my cousins from all over. A bunch of us were together on Saturday night, and wow, was it loud. It was so funny because I was in a completely different room of the house and I could hear every point of the conversation from every person. No person is a slouch in the area of decibel level. And you all wonder where I get it from!
- Ok, as an Apple fan and a person that is trying to get into video editing, this weekend was cash money! My brother got the new operating system for Mac’s, which is called Tiger. And then Jimmy hooked me up with Final Cut Pro HD. While those two things may not sound like much to most people. Let me try to make an analogy. For a person who loves basketball, it is like getting the best basketball court made for you to play on at all times and the newest and greatest pair of shoes to play with.
- One of my favorite things to do is to just sit down and have a good conversation. This week has been filled with them. I have just got to open up a lot to people at project and have been learning so much from many of them. I love the fact that I can be authentic to mostly everyone. At home, it was great to talk with my sister and brothers about many things that are going on.
- My sister is going to be in Frontier Hall next year.
- I am going to be in Frontier Hall next year.
- Weird but true. I am actually super excited for her to be there. I think we will have a great time and things will work out well. Our relationship over the past few years has been getting so much better and I thank God for that so much.
- Tylor Wagnor is a Community Advisor!! In Middlebrook!!!
- I need to have much more grace and humbleness in conversation. (I know this is a general one but it would not be nice to get into details)
Alright, this list is pretty long. That is it for now. Take care all!
Monday, July 25, 2005
Friday, July 15, 2005
Job + NY = Busy, yet Sweet
Well folks, I am now able to reveal my campus job.
I will be an action group leader. Basically that means I will lead my bible study each week and also disciple three guys for the next few weeks. While this means that I will be a bunch busier, it will be worth it. I cannot wait to “pour” into some of these guys and have them “pour” into me.
On Tuesday, I had the chance to go to New York. While it was a really great trip, it was a bit expensive. I guess that should be expected. We left OC at 6 in the morning and got there in only two hours. We took the Staton Island Ferry from SI to New York City. That was sweet because we saved a lot of money on parking and got to go by the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. We went by Ground Zero and then took a taxi to the Empire State Building. The taxi was a big mistake because it was expensive and we could have just taken the subway. Anyways, once at the Empire State Building we went to a lower floor where Kings College is. It is a private university that was reopened in 1997 because Campus Crusade for Christ financially funded it. Because of this, they treat Crusade people well. Anyways, so a group of 11 of us go down to the admissions office of Kings College. We tell them who we are and all. Initially, they thought we were all high school students, but after a bit of an explanation well let them know that all we really want is a trip to the top of the building. Our “advisor,” Kim, was incredible. She was just so nice and willing to help us out even though we were not in the least bit interested in the university (although I must add the college was sweet). Well, she took all of us to the top with VIP passes. Each of these passes are worth $31 which meant we could cut the lines that were almost 3 hours long!! It was a bit funny because people were like “Hey buddy, lines back here!” and Kim would just flash her VIP card. I felt like a celebrity or something. Once at the top, it was so cool and better than the Sears Tower because you are standing outside seeing the entire city. Kim told us different areas of the city and it was so solid.
After that I was just pumped. We went on to Time Square which was cool but just had waaay to m any advertisements. In Time Square, I actually saw an Indian Fast-Foot place. Weird, but true. We ate lunch at Hello Deli. That is the place that is featured on David Letterman’s Late Night show. If you know Rupert, I saw Rupert, That is right folks. Anyways, the rest of the day, we went to Chinatown and Rockefeller Center.
Overall, the trip was great, but a bit expensive.
That is all ladies and gentleman for now. Take Care.
I will be an action group leader. Basically that means I will lead my bible study each week and also disciple three guys for the next few weeks. While this means that I will be a bunch busier, it will be worth it. I cannot wait to “pour” into some of these guys and have them “pour” into me.
On Tuesday, I had the chance to go to New York. While it was a really great trip, it was a bit expensive. I guess that should be expected. We left OC at 6 in the morning and got there in only two hours. We took the Staton Island Ferry from SI to New York City. That was sweet because we saved a lot of money on parking and got to go by the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. We went by Ground Zero and then took a taxi to the Empire State Building. The taxi was a big mistake because it was expensive and we could have just taken the subway. Anyways, once at the Empire State Building we went to a lower floor where Kings College is. It is a private university that was reopened in 1997 because Campus Crusade for Christ financially funded it. Because of this, they treat Crusade people well. Anyways, so a group of 11 of us go down to the admissions office of Kings College. We tell them who we are and all. Initially, they thought we were all high school students, but after a bit of an explanation well let them know that all we really want is a trip to the top of the building. Our “advisor,” Kim, was incredible. She was just so nice and willing to help us out even though we were not in the least bit interested in the university (although I must add the college was sweet). Well, she took all of us to the top with VIP passes. Each of these passes are worth $31 which meant we could cut the lines that were almost 3 hours long!! It was a bit funny because people were like “Hey buddy, lines back here!” and Kim would just flash her VIP card. I felt like a celebrity or something. Once at the top, it was so cool and better than the Sears Tower because you are standing outside seeing the entire city. Kim told us different areas of the city and it was so solid.
After that I was just pumped. We went on to Time Square which was cool but just had waaay to m any advertisements. In Time Square, I actually saw an Indian Fast-Foot place. Weird, but true. We ate lunch at Hello Deli. That is the place that is featured on David Letterman’s Late Night show. If you know Rupert, I saw Rupert, That is right folks. Anyways, the rest of the day, we went to Chinatown and Rockefeller Center.
Overall, the trip was great, but a bit expensive.
That is all ladies and gentleman for now. Take Care.
Thursday, July 7, 2005
Stuff
Well everyone, it has been a bit of a while since I have updated this form of communication.
The last few days have been a blessing in so many ways. Project is just challenging me in more ways then I have imagined. At the same time, I have been able to learn tons and gain good insight.
My parents came down on Monday just to see what Ocean City was like and get a better glimpse into what project is like. When they had to leave on Wednesday they were sad to go. Over the past two years, I have been realizing more and more how much I love them and how blessed I am to have two parents that truly love me no matter what and care so much about the spiritual side of my life.
Over the week, I have realized that I really do miss my family, especially my grandparents. At our local church, they do this thing called “Adopt-a-crusader.” Basically, a group of people in the church “adopt” a few of us on project and takes us out to eat a few times throughout the summer and what not. My “parents” are older and I love talking to each of them. They are so personable and wise. I miss my grandparents because they are the same way. So easy to have a conversation with and so open to listen and learn.
After the fireworks on July 4th, we played this game called “Buck, Buck.” Ok, I am going to try and explain it but I am bound to mess it up. First of all, a group of about five big guys get together, lock arms, and bend over. Then, they from the shape of a semi-circle or so. In the same way, a group o guys makes a layer in front of them of four. Then, with the people left over, they jump on top of the group of people. Ok, I know this sounds really dumb or whatever, but seriously, the game itself drew so many people to just watch. Alright, I know I did the game no justice.
Other than that, not too much has changed (which is a huge understatement!). I have definitely got a bunch darker and my hair is a bit longer. Alright, that is it for now.
The last few days have been a blessing in so many ways. Project is just challenging me in more ways then I have imagined. At the same time, I have been able to learn tons and gain good insight.
My parents came down on Monday just to see what Ocean City was like and get a better glimpse into what project is like. When they had to leave on Wednesday they were sad to go. Over the past two years, I have been realizing more and more how much I love them and how blessed I am to have two parents that truly love me no matter what and care so much about the spiritual side of my life.
Over the week, I have realized that I really do miss my family, especially my grandparents. At our local church, they do this thing called “Adopt-a-crusader.” Basically, a group of people in the church “adopt” a few of us on project and takes us out to eat a few times throughout the summer and what not. My “parents” are older and I love talking to each of them. They are so personable and wise. I miss my grandparents because they are the same way. So easy to have a conversation with and so open to listen and learn.
After the fireworks on July 4th, we played this game called “Buck, Buck.” Ok, I am going to try and explain it but I am bound to mess it up. First of all, a group of about five big guys get together, lock arms, and bend over. Then, they from the shape of a semi-circle or so. In the same way, a group o guys makes a layer in front of them of four. Then, with the people left over, they jump on top of the group of people. Ok, I know this sounds really dumb or whatever, but seriously, the game itself drew so many people to just watch. Alright, I know I did the game no justice.
Other than that, not too much has changed (which is a huge understatement!). I have definitely got a bunch darker and my hair is a bit longer. Alright, that is it for now.
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