We are half way through our Adventure Camp. Last Wednesday through Friday we camped out in Bosnia's National Park. I would say we were in the middle of nowhere and it was absolutely breathtaking! We took our cars and vans off-roading and on more than one occasion we pushed our cars up steep hills. We managed to take our cars past a sign that said cars were forbidden so it shouldn't have been too shocking for us. The first night was absolutely freezing and I didn't sleep at all. My tent mates beg to differ and said that I snored. I am sticking with my story. The next day, the students kayaked on the lake and hiked up to the top of the summit facing our camp ground. I swam and enjoyed the downtime when everyone was gone. During the campout, I felt I was able to get to know everyone including the members of the team better. I think I asked a million and one questions but I saw the opportunities before me. I hope that the relationships will go forwards and continue to strengthen and not go backwards during the rest of the week. We had behavior problems with 3 boys which made things difficult and frustrating. They were swearing up a storm, totally disrespectful, and thought the world revolved around them. However, I refuse to let them ruin the entire campout experience. The second night was much better and I slept like a baby. I learned that I liked to cuddle in my sleep too. We loaded up early on Friday and went to Kravice which are famous waterfalls here in Bosnia. What an amazing Creator we have! The place was crawling with snakes so my desire to swim was deterred drastically. On the way home, my car stopped to look at the Tito monument dedicated to the dictator that reigned here for centuries.
Today, I gave my testimony during devotion time and forgot about eye contact completely. oops... My nervousness showed but I was pleased to have the opportunity to reflect on how the Lord has worked in my life. I still do not understand why He predestined me to be His and why He continues to use me. Last night as I was preparing what I would say I decided to go out on the balcony for a quiet time. I heard Gam close the door but I thought, "No, big deal. She is going to bed." I continued in prayer and then when I went to go inside to bed, I realized quickly that the outside door handle was missing. I banged on the door and no response. Luckily, I had my cell phone in my pocket. I called the house three times and no answer. I called Amanda, T's roommate, and reached the man having surgery in the hospital. Teresa had been in bed for awhile and one thing I have learned in my lifetime: Beards need their sleep and if you wake them...Watch Out! So I called Caitlin, who lives across the river to call T's roommate. No answer. I called the house again. I knew what I must do. I must call Teresa or spend the night out on the balcony. I seriously thought about a night out on the balcony. Teresa had been awakened earlier in the weekend and it was not a pretty sight. LOL So instead of calling...I texted. Help! I am locked out of the house on the balcony. Sure enough, Teresa came to my rescue. Lucky for me she found it absolutely humorous and was tickled pink. She was upstairs watching television relaxing and not asleep yet. I spent the night cozied up in bed. YEA!
I also helped with the glass etching craft and began preparing things for the Treasure Hunt on Wednesday. This thing better be a hit because we have spent so much time working on it. Tomorrow I will go kayaking down the Drina.
I will begin to say my goodbyes this week and I have many mixed emotions. I am glad to return home but my heart is heavy to leave here.
Today, I gave my testimony during devotion time and forgot about eye contact completely. oops... My nervousness showed but I was pleased to have the opportunity to reflect on how the Lord has worked in my life. I still do not understand why He predestined me to be His and why He continues to use me. Last night as I was preparing what I would say I decided to go out on the balcony for a quiet time. I heard Gam close the door but I thought, "No, big deal. She is going to bed." I continued in prayer and then when I went to go inside to bed, I realized quickly that the outside door handle was missing. I banged on the door and no response. Luckily, I had my cell phone in my pocket. I called the house three times and no answer. I called Amanda, T's roommate, and reached the man having surgery in the hospital. Teresa had been in bed for awhile and one thing I have learned in my lifetime: Beards need their sleep and if you wake them...Watch Out! So I called Caitlin, who lives across the river to call T's roommate. No answer. I called the house again. I knew what I must do. I must call Teresa or spend the night out on the balcony. I seriously thought about a night out on the balcony. Teresa had been awakened earlier in the weekend and it was not a pretty sight. LOL So instead of calling...I texted. Help! I am locked out of the house on the balcony. Sure enough, Teresa came to my rescue. Lucky for me she found it absolutely humorous and was tickled pink. She was upstairs watching television relaxing and not asleep yet. I spent the night cozied up in bed. YEA!
I also helped with the glass etching craft and began preparing things for the Treasure Hunt on Wednesday. This thing better be a hit because we have spent so much time working on it. Tomorrow I will go kayaking down the Drina.
I will begin to say my goodbyes this week and I have many mixed emotions. I am glad to return home but my heart is heavy to leave here.
1 comment:
Wow! The waterfall is amazing! I am so glad that you have gotten to experience all this. It is truely a testimony for the Lord when I think about how long he has been preparing you! Can't wait to see you when you get back!
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