just for kicks and giggles

It has been the past few weeks from "you know where" and I was very ready for it to be over. Tonight was fantastic. I went out to supper with Joan Trebon, the woman that I lived with for this summer. We just had a margarita and sat and relaxed, reflecting on life, love, and other such things.
Right now I am laughing because Grant can't figure out how to find this blog. At this moment he is rummaging through Google because I won't tell him what the blog is. Oh, and he also couldn't find the picture taker thingy on skype... he actually never found it. I kept taking pictures, resulting in more anger. I thought it was hilarious, he didn't feel the same. He actually is still quite bitter about the situation, so don't bring it up in casual conversation next time you talk to him.
I had puppy chow today, two bags of it. While I was devouring this delicious treat I had you on my mind. Remember our peanut butter study parties last semester? We are going to do that every night soon. I CAN'T WAIT TO SEE YOU AND SPEND TIME WITH YOU THIS SUMMER. Okay, I know this was a very short blog but I just wanted to update you on live since I haven't heard from you or talked to you in... forever. byeeeee.

Best.Day.Ever.

Outside today it's 4 degrees with a windshield factor of -10 to -20. When I was walking to class earlier my fingers almost fell off, literally... fell off. But despite the cold wind and potential frost bite there's sun in the sky and a smile in my heart because of friends like you. Though you're miles and miles away and we don't speak often I think of you daily and thank God for your friendship every time you come to my mind.
Now that I've got the cheesiness out of the way I can move on to the point of this blog. Although you are in Africa, soaking up the sun and being a blessing to everyone you meet, there are some things that you're missing out on in Iowa. There is no reason why a couple miles and an ocean should keep you from experiencing a little of home while you're in Africa. To catch you up on what you've missed thus far I will summarize the events that have taken place in the past couple weeks. If they aren't significant to you you're going to have to deal with them anyway.
Last week after BASIC there was a trip to B-Dubs. We rung in an estimated 47 people, breaking the record yet again. It was delicious and I ate a wing for you. I also said "hi" to good old CR for you as well. I even hugged the Cedar Rapids sign for you... okay that one was a lie.
It's 24/7 prayer week right now and last night I was assigned the 1-3am spot with the creativity team. I wasn't sure what to expect when I went, but it blew my mind. It was located at La Vida in the room off to the side. Stepping in to the room is just calming. There's music playing softly and art supplies, journals, and sketch pads in the middle that can be used to write down prayers or thoughts. All over the walls there are prayers from people and there is this outline of a tree on one of the walls with thoughts and prayers posted all over inside of it. It's hard to explain but it's amazing. It was like a calm in the midst of chaos.. my words can't really do it justice.
I know that is only two events, but we do live in Iowa so I guess you couldn't expect much. Any time something new comes up I will post it on here and we'll leave the super important stuff for e-mails. I miss you and I love you.