Decisions and Prayer

Today made me think about how almost half the year is over...I look back and wonder what have I done? What did I really accomplished?

I've been praying about the choices I made this year and some of the sacrifices to get where I am today. Did I make the right choices? Have I neglected those closest to me? Did I hurt them? I've been pondering these questions lately. To my dismay, I don't know the answers. I know people come and go in my life and I'm sorry if I've pushed you away. There have been a few people that I've grown closer to this year that have been there for me emotionally and spiritually. I praise God that I had the opportunity to get to know these wonderful people that have impacted my life greatly. You know who you are. No matter how far or how close you are, you have often made time for me and I for you.

I guess now for some good news...I cherish the friendships I've made this year and hve found it encouraging to see how much our friendships have grown. God will lead the way, just trust Him. The Lord has definitely shown me more about myself and what I have yet to learn. He has shown me that no matter what happens, He will find a way to carry me through. He uses his servants to help guide me and provide support. It's as if the people I've met this year set off a chain reaction of events this year. I am fortunate to have you all in my life!! I am truly blessed.

When I'm feeling down, I just look at what the Lord has blessed me with and be glad. He holds me in his arms and loves me for who I am and will never let me go. Amen.

Intensive Weekend

This past Saturday, I was stuck at home doing MANUAL LABOUR..A stonepatio. It was family time I guess...My adopted brother aka BD was also over to help, along w/ my biological brother and my mom. My dad was away. I don't think I've SLAVED so much...It's not perfect but it looks ok. The only bad part to this project is that no one knew how to use the "tamper." When you put a computer geek, a Math Prof, an Accountant, it still equals nothing when it comees to knowing the equipment. After calling the rental place for assistance, my brother was able to get it moving. In the process, almost ran me over w/ the "tamper" as it leaped at me. I was on my cell at the time talking to the c/s rep when it started to work properly. Ai yah!! Anyways, it's done and it's over!!

On Sunday, I went to Church...Obviously. Service was great today, I was Ushering and also got to witness a friend's Baptism. It was a great moment to hear his testimony and just to see this grand occassion. After service, we went to TO's Ashbridges Bay for a BBQ w/ friends. It was great to see a couple friends and also meet a lot of new people. Btw, I don't remember that many of them. Got a few business cards, lots of good food=) After, the BBQ, we went for a stroll along Boardwalk, then headed back to the car. Let's just say, parking can be violent there. Two cars were yelling at each other as to who would get my parking spot. I was afraid to drive outta there=( Fortunately, my friend drove, YAY!
Since we were already in TO, we headed up to PAC mall, and took a look at "Taste of Asia." I bought boxes of Chinese Instant Noodles and my friend bought Chinese Mushrooms(Shitake).
After "Shopping", we went for dinner at one of my fav places "Congee Wong."

That was my weekend adventure...bye for now.=)

My Weekend

Another weekend, gooooone... It was really hot this weekend, 40 degrees +. Anyways, on Saturday, my friend and I went to the Burlington Musicfest to listen to some Jazz music and sightseeing. Although, it's been a couple years since I've moved to Burlington, I don't really know the other end of Burlington at all. That night I got a quick tour of the Waterfront park, City Hall, and some of the neatest antique/coffee/ice cream shops around. It was cute just listening to the music and watching some couples dance along the street. It was good to hang out w/ an old friend, I haven't seen in awhile...

On Sunday, my Church had it's dedication ceremony, so that was sooooooo cool. Our Church also celebrated it's 17th Anniversary. YAY! It was great to see all three congregations come togehter to celebrate this grand occassion. There were also presentations of songs and testimonies from the young and the "Older young" generation (Xara, Zoe, Emmanuel Fellowship). In addition, there was a lot of FOOD, and the Emmanuel Clean up. A group of us were in charge of cleaning the whole party...including garbages and dishes. It was great to see everyone coming together to help out. Thanks everyone.

Overall, the weekend was FUN and encouraging...Nice to have those Spiritual talks.

CAVING PICS~COURTESY OF OLI'S PHOTOGRAPHY

Busy Busy Busy

Do you ever feel overwelmed?? I mean weekends come and go and are precious to us b/c that's the only time you hang out w/ friends. When you start turning down events or plans made by friends b/c you are too busy w/ other "things", it can be overwelming. Today I felt just like that. Despite what you peopel think, I am not "miss poputlar" This weekend so many different plans were put into motion not necessarily by me. Let's see........there is the Church dediation practice, at the same time, my friend's band SoleDrive was also performing. Since I said I'd help out w/ the practice, I did that tonite. Then saturday, there's beach volleyball in TO, Sound of music festival in Burlington, and movie nite at my house, which, btw, I cancelled. Sunday, is the Church dedication of the new "Educaiton wing" at the same time, I was invited out to a play/Mirvish theatre in TO at the same time. I mean this weekend is pretty booked solid. I wish I was able to all the above but due to the "time" factor, I can't=(...

I spoke to a friend tonite/this morning, about why I feel guilty making these choices. If knowing what I know now, and going back in time to change history, I think my choice would be different. For sure, it wouldn't be the right choice...and I'd feel guilty b/c I chose to do other things then what I'm doing right now...focusing on God's work. My friend explained 2 me that it is normal to feel guilty b/c I want to spend time w/ my friends. However, it is just one weekend, and my friends will still be around. God's work should be first in my LIFE. My prayer tonite, as well as my friend for me is that to keep my eye on the ultimate prize/ goal...doing God's work. Let me not lose focus on this...for this is my prayer tonite.

First Caving Adventure

On July 10th, five of us from Mississauga hopped into a minivan and headed to Warsaw Caves, located in Lakefield, ON, past Peterborough. It is approximately 2 1/2 hr drive each way. My first adventure started at 8am and ended at 7:30pm. Our Adventurers included Alice, Martin, Oli, Dave and myself.

We arrived at the cave site around 11:30ish, just in time for a picnic at the sandy beach. Lunch consisted of tuna sandwiches, roast beef or cooked ham depending on what you like. It's a make your own lunch deal. After filling our tummies w/ yummies, all of us prepared to go to the "Caves." Going into the caves, we had two small flashlights, one mini flashlight and a few glowsticks.

There were a total of seven marked caves. Most of the caves were low ceilings and very damp if not wet. Cave#4 was known as the "glacier". The entrance to that cave was so small, narrow and dark that you had to slide into the hole carefully. For this particular cave, Dave the Explorer, went down into the hole first to examine it, followed by Alice, me, and Oli. This was a tricky entrance, as you had to slide into the cave backwards b/c a large portion of the entrance going down was ice. Mind you, this is also late spring and it was iced. It just happened that as I slid down the entrance ever so carefully, that my sweater got caught and my bare skin(tummy) was against the ice. It was soooooooo cold. After dropping down five/six feet, I crouched down at one the sides and waited for the group. Not knowingly, I was sliding on more wet ice. Landed on my bum a couple times.

Another cave worth mentioning was cave#6. Everyone in the group went into this one. By this point, we only had two small flashlights that were barely working, so we all had to trust each other and help each other along the way. The group was able to go quite some ways into this cave and just sit around and chat for a bit, deep into the labyrenth...hahaha...I think this is the one where a toad fell in and knowingly me, I SCREAMED. The boyz, however, came to my rescue and carried the little fella back to the surface. Soooooooooo not bats in the caves, just a toad at least what I could see.

After the caving, our group went to look at some "kettles" and went to the "lookout" point. This required some climbing down, like 30ft drop. The lookout point was very realaxing...The boyz took a snooooze while Alice and I did some girl chat=) Around 4:30pm we all headed back to the car and headed back into the city and said goodbye to our "first adventure".

No one was seriously injured on this trip, just minor cuts and bruises on myself and Oli. Of course, we were all dirty and wet, so luckily I wore track pants and had gloves on. The gang had snacks and rested at the minivan before heading back. I took a nice snooze in the trunk (trunk was not closed). Overall, this was a "Wow Adventure." I'm glad I went on this trip. It was worth the drive and the effort=)