As the common cliche would have it: Life's a journey and not a destination. The implication is such that one should enjoy every aspect on the road- no matter how rough, tough, tired or otherwise "woes" the circumstances get. I, for one, feel the need to highlight that in these "less-than-happy-kodak-moments" I don't always smile at the though of running out of toilet paper in countries where none is required, or mistaking an innocent bowl of noodles for another native dish. But as this journey of ours is one of the heart, let me rather take a different approach...
Be not conformed to the ways of the world but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Jesus is all about our hearts attitude which influences our thoughts and actions. When He came and showed a new way of life, His heart was fully involved. At times I tend to forget this as its so easy to focus on my own comforts instead of seeing His heart for the people. But that is why we're here: To be His hands and feet in spite of ourselves.
Arriving in Jbay was the first adventure- beach, new friends, pet store... but mostly, a family. Its just classic seeing our team make fools of them selves (yes, i too share a part in these photos) and making the best of memories! My clothes still shower beach sand as I walk since Ivan dragged me by my arm, caveman style, across the beach as I was paralyzed with laughter after our crash. These are times that not even Kodak, Cannon or Lumix can fully capture.
So, perhaps these bad times ahead, in hind sight, can be worth the frustrations and embarrassments at the time. Because, to get from where you are to where you are going is, after all, a journey and one of the heart- if your attitude and mind is willing to be renewed.
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HEY ES..
Hope that you're adjusting well to the new way of life that you've plunged into, head-first... But that's what it's all about,when serving God - it's not just faith, but action. And then don't forget to keep the faith when your journey gets rough... cause it will (ps, let me know what you think of India!)
how do I check photies?
Dom x
May this year be filled with amazing "kodak" moments!
Remember to keep your batteries charged!
Hi Angel;
Enjoy the challenge cause that's what life is all about. Keep your head high, have 'great' faith and remember....Never give up!!
God bless
Mamina x x
Hey tula
I just feel we really need to thank the Lord that He was so graceful in sparing mum's life..
It's truly incredible how close we came to losing her, and this at a time when all of us are so far apart...
Let this blessing strengthen us and give new insight into whatever the future may hold, and know that I'm thinking of you and love you!
Please give me a call whenever possible...
Spaz x