Aside from the regular work we’ve been doing, we kept ourselves busy during the weekends.
A few things come to mind:
• Being able to see Washington DC and reconnect with my relatives living there.
• Celebrating the 4th of July with our American friends.
• Meeting new friends and brethren of the faith
• Watching a live Major League Baseball game of the Atlanta Braves.
• Being blessed by Steven Curtis Chapman’s comeback concert coming from the recent family tragedy
• Hearing the powerful preaching of Pastor Brian starring a live lion and a bear in the main sanctuary
• Riding the extreme rides of 6 Flags Over Georgia and Whitewater
• Fulfilling a childhood dream of being able to visit Disneyland
• Trying out Cold Stone Ice Cream
• Gaining weight
• Shopping?!
Prior to this, I have been focused on wanting to go home. I was homesick. I felt miserable at times.
Looking back at this list made me realize how I almost failed to recognize the tremendous blessings I have been receiving for the past months. This has been a journey towards growth and independence. Personal desires were being granted. Prayers are being answered. Jeremiah 29:11 comes to mind.
Feeling down and out? Count your blessings! And I am indeed blessed. I’m excited as to what the Lord has in store for the coming days.
30 more days, I can’t wait to be home again. God is good.
