I had a great time with one of my house mates Courtney and her family at their beautiful cabin mostly playing games and eating way too much turkey and pumpkin pie!
Here Grant is busy preparing the turkey, quite an interesting process I have to tell you! While Courtney is trying to stay out of trouble.. :)
"Seems like it's been tradition that I have a photo of some animal in my blog, so just want to keep that trend going.."
When moving to a new place I have learned that it is normal to feel like you are on a roller coaster ride, the one day you are on top of the world, and everything is just peachy, but some days you feel more on the downside. Here are some ups and downs I have experienced so far.
Up...having an unforgettable time traveling in America and seeing friends and family!
Down...almost losing my passport and visa's
Up...finding my passport and visa's
Down...everything feeling so unfamiliar and not "really" knowing anyone...miss just walking up the street (coincidentally around lunch or dinner time) and hanging out with the Jacobs, Schoonees or Derksen family!
Up...getting into a routine again and having a great time at UVic
Down...my family and friends being spread out all over the world and not seeing them as much as I would like to :)
Up...learning to really trust God - no matter what the circumstances - and not rely on my limited understanding.
So the fact is that Summer is over and Winter is peaking around the corner but the delay in the process also known as "Autumn" brings with it a certain sense of wonder. The change of color is amazing!
Lastly I want to leave you with these really simple but very wise words.
"Don't send flowers when it's too late" - appreciate the blessing of friends and family in your life and make sure to tell and show them that you care while they are still around! :)
