It’s that time of week when I remove the veil and tell you what’s happening in my little world. Actually, I’m learning that the world isn’t so little when it comes to size. It is, however, very little when it comes to people. Everybody knows somebody that you know. The whole six-degrees of separation thing? Yeah, I think it’s true.
Year of Jubilee! My mentor, spiritual father, and boss (I’m sure he wears other hats, too) celebrated his 50th birthday this past weekend. But because he was out of town on his birthday, we decided to have a surprise party for him when he returned Monday night. The girls in the house spent the weekend making food, the guys sat around and grunted, and come Monday we all snuck into Michael’s house (with Kathy’s assistance). There were maybe 15-20 people there. We had all of the lights off when he walked into the house and then yelled ‘happy birthday’ amongst other things as he walked into the pitch black house. Needless to say, Michael, a man of boldness and courage, screamed and jumped back in fright. We scared him! It was great. And an awesome celebration of his year of jubilee.
Janina Laier. I have the privilege of working next to some of the coolest people. I don’t say that lightly either. And the better thing about working next to these guys and gals is that I live with them, too. I know it seems weird that I live with 12 people… but I wouldn’t have it any other way right now. Janina’s one of those people. She sits at the work space next to me each day. We chat, we talk, and I make fun of her. It’s what I do best. But she’s a joy. And she’s a great worshiper also. I mean… marvelous piano player with a voice to boot. I like that kid… even though she drinks weird water-based concoctions. 
So Kimberly Marie – I apologize, officially. And hereby commit to one week where I will only say things to build you up exponentially. Hold me to it. 🙂
Just about fully supported! I think it’s too common sometimes for missionaries to always banter and complain that they’ve never reached their support goal. Well guess what? I’m almost there! I only need $397 more per month. I’m looking for 8 more people to support me for $50/month. That’s it! THAT’S IT! After that – I’ll be fully supported. Is that great or what? That’s a huge blessing. You have no idea how jazzed this makes me. That’s right, I said “jazzed”… help me get there here!
Recording music. I decided yesterday that I’m tired of just talking stuff into the ground, especially when it comes to making music. My desire lately has been to learn how to record, do some sound engineering, and lay some tracks down. I want to be able to disciple, equip, and release worship leaders all over the world. One of the things I want to do in the process is record them. I just don’t know how to do it. I figure it would be safe to experiment with myself in developing this new hobby. So last night I made a purchase of a little piece of hardware that will help me do that. My sister has even offered to purchase a quality mic. for recording purposes. And I have a lot of people willing to get behind me in this. All of this to say: expect some music in the next couple of months. I’ll keep you in the loop!
Blessings over your weekend!
