For the past four months I have been living in a community that I did not choose.
I did not pick who would be the people I would need, or what would take place during this time through these people.
As these four months come to an end I'm forced to reflect on things, and the biggest impact has been this community. Who four months ago were 25 strangers, who now I couldn't see not being in my life.
Just like any family there are good times and times where there is tension and struggle. However it is how you handle those times determines the relationships you will have with your family. We have chosen to embrace the tension and uncomfortable moments, while celebrating and rejoicing in the celebrations.
In four months we have grown as a community something that I didn't see coming when I came to Georgia. I came with the Mindset that I didn't need to be friends with 20 more people. But thank God that the Lord had another plan and I did need all these people. They have taught me so much and pulled even more out of me.
As of May 31st we all will never be in the same room again. This summer some people will be going home,leading 2 month trips, squad leading a World Race squad, or working in the office helping out where needed.
And while my heart hurts a bit for this season to come to an end and my family of four months to be dispersed throughout the world. I'm also filled with Joy at what my brothers and sisters in Christ will do for the kingdom in this new season.
CGA family spring 13
I will miss…
Dan L:playing the piano at any given hour or cleaning fish at 11pm
Dan M: making his special popcorn, or anything else tasty in the kitchen
Austin: Always having whatever movie we want to watch on his hard drive
Sam: sharing a moment to rap for us in the kitchen
John: being able to call on him to fix whatever is broken at any given moment
Robby: carrying his used milk jug around for a water bottle from triumph fitness baby
Andrew: never knowing if he is going to jump out and pretend shoot me, having any meds I need all the time
Chase: the way he shares jokes and brings laughter into a room
Mark: his ability to sing a country song at my request
Pat: randomly showing up at our house after running from the lake house
Ruth: our dance parties while making brownies to Josh Turner
Ann: her imagination that she brings into every story
Vanessa: the way she can rock camo,boots,and a flannel all in one day( and don't fret she drives a truck too)
Jess: her love for her baby herb garden
Misty: the way she always seeks out ways to give big sister advice
Robin: never knowing if she is going to take your picture or film you that day
Helena: her ability to keep me updated on your life through all the social media
Sammi Jo: the love she has for nature and flowers
Naomi: her willingness to watch movies in the theater at any given time
Brittany: never knowing if she is going to be home or not (this girl has the travel bug) when she is home the truth she brings.
Alys: the knowledge she brings about eating healthy
Emily: taking walks talking about heart issues
Sarah: always smiling and bringing encouragement into every situation
Laura: her adventurous side that brings God into nature
Heather: knowing that she understands what I'm thinking and is spending time in the kitchen too.
But most of all I will miss all the laughter, love, and hugs that flow through this home on any given day at all hours!
our true character!
Thank you for a great four months! I really do have the most amazing friends a person could ask for. Love you all, you are in my prayers this summer. Go bring the kingdom!
