On 2 July my time in South Africa came to an end. People have been asking if it was sad to say goodbye to those I became close with there and my answer thus far has been consistent: it still hasn't set in that I've really left and won't be going back for probably two years. However, I do already realise that the friendships and connections I've made there will be ones I will cherish for the rest of my life.
Thus brings us to my travels from South Africa to the Faroe Islands to visit my sister Abby and her husband Ben. Unfortunately, I did not know that the trip via Qatar Air would end up costing me big bucks for overweight baggage, nor did I really plan on lugging my two very large and very awkward bags throughout London for four hours until I got to the International Student House on Great Portland Street where I stayed. Needless to say, it was quite the impromptu workout.
It has turned out to be worth it. The Faroe Islands are a very beautiful and epic place and my time with Abby and Ben has been great. I hadn't seen either of them since their wedding last summer and it has been great to reconnect and be a part of their lives for a time. As I'm writing this they are wrestling, teasing, and kissing each other. It seems an appropriate time to give a very resounding "Yuck!" coupled with a cute chuckle. I am enjoying how they love spending time with one another, Abby's joy of cooking, and Ben's passion and amazing talent for photography. It has also been great to have constant and reliable internet access, which has given me time to catch up with watching TV shows via the internet (The Office and Grey's Anatomy mostly) and chatting with people back home via Skype. I hope to talk to each and every one of you soon and know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers constantly.
#8: Take time to reflect on the many blessings the Lord has given you in your lives and thank and praise Him accordingly.
Grace and Peace.
