It was a fabulous weekend of camping at balsam lake. Lots of great food, good times & I absolutely loveeed the campfire. It's a pity that the beach wasn't so nice and the sun wasn't out much either... Frustrating! why? because 1) Don't like the rain much & 2) no sun to tannnnn, and for those who don't know, (one of) my summer goal is to get rid of my glowstick pale legs haha...
Come to think of it, it's been four years now since the last time I went camping. I went to Algonquian with JAC for summer retreat. I could remember how simple life was. I had a great time just sitting & talking to people, hiking, playing beach volleyball and canoeing. As these memories continue to replay in my head, I can't recollect much spiritual substance back in the day. It was really only about doing well okay in Uni, finding co-op placements, hangin' out to have some fun and going to church.
I still remember, church was about singing praises and listening to sermons. I loved listening to the messages and I even had a sermon notebook (which was quite empty). I enjoyed learning about God on the sidelines, not acting upon what I heard, like a spetactor watching a wild foodfight - not joining in. In hindsight, I just didn't know better to dig deeper about my faith and I did not know how to apply what I learned into everyday living.
Fastforwarding four years, I've matured into a person with a curious and thoughtful mind, often struggling with dreams, desires, worries and doubt about many things. Things such as career, work, family, friends, and love.
Fortunately, God has been faithful and patient with me. With much reading, searching & praying, God has revealed the to me many assurances! Slowly and surely, I'm starting to learn what is important; how to act; reminds me of the hope that He has promised to me!
I know and feel - that I'm heading in the right direction, this feeling is totally awesome! And the Bible is my best frieeeend! :)
P.S. - Totally stole this picture from Miranda/Jon - this is balsam lake beach :) good times!
