In the midst of the battle, in the midst of the storm, He calms my heart and reminds me of home. He gives me strength to carry on when it seems like tomorrow is forever away. And instead of craving sleep, I crave my Maker.

It's about time!

What an epic summer it's been. I had my summer pretty much planned. I had a job and was having a great time reuniting with family and friends...Within 25 hours everything drastically changed and  I was off to Vancouver Island. I could have never dreamed what God had instore for summer 2009 at Camp Qwanoes. The time I spent in Winkler was truly a blessing and in the Lord's grand plan. He taught me s o much while I was there and graciously set up divine appointments I could have not planned better myself. Old friendships were grown and new ones were made. God challenged me on some things that needed a lot of work in my life and the lessons learned while inWinkler helped prepare me for what was next. Going back to Camp Qwanoes is kind of like going home. Though Heaven is my true home,  I do have a special place in my heart for Qwanoes. As it is the home of Kaleo, there are many fond memories that have taken place within the borders of the camp property and also all over Vancouver Island. I arrived just in time for Staff Training. During Staff Training, I was able to reunite with  some dear friends, but more importantly prepare as much as possible for the summer adventures ahead.  The summer was full of tough challenges, hard lessons, great victories, and joyful memories. There were definitely times when I just wanted to pack up, give up, and go back to Manitoba, but He helped me stick it out and constantly provided the strength and encouragement I needed to keep going. Three big things the Lord is teaching me are: Provision, Trust, and Freedom. [Image] [Image] Throughout the summer I was going back and fourth with whether or not to  return to Briercrest for my final year of college. Long story short, I'm back and God is providing the means for me to be here on peice at a time. This semester I have a full course load and am working at the cafiteria and am doing an internship in my dorm and my old dorm as well. It may be a busy year, but I am looking forward to it. I also am able to take a seminary mod for college credit. This starts on Monday... which means I have today and tomorrow to finish my book and write a short paper as I finish off my 5th and 6th shifts this week at the Caf. I can do it with His help, but I would love prayers. [Image] Many people have been asking me what I'm planning on doing after I grad in the Spring. I feel a bit like I'm back in grade 12. It's that same haunting question again "What are you going to do with your life?" I'm not quite sure...other than love and serve Jesus, I think those plans are big enough for now. There are no limits with Christ. In His grip