Some Kaleos were sleeping, well not us I suppose
We hiked Maple Mountain and sang the whole way
Couldn't find the top, but it was dark--that's ok
We looked at the stars as we lay on the ground
Talked and prayed of God's creation profound
So forward to next morning, as we layed in our beds
We woke to the sight of Marissa and Kristie's heads
They gave us hot chocolate and downstairs we were sent
To a gala of carols, story, and everyone's present!
So why not tell the rest in rhyme?
I hope you're sitting, this may take some time (just kidding)
So I'm sitting here at home as I write
and p.s. Yes, I had a good flight
This year has been a "year of firsts"
I really enjoyed my first air-traverse (haha)
Since my last post a lot had been done
For example; Christmas tree-hunting fun
I loved the scent of pine in the breeze
as we walked amongst all the trees!
We looked for the one that wasn't the worst
and named it Frederick Roger Kaleo the First
Oh Christmas, the time of great celebrations!
Fun times making popcorn and orange decorations!
AAAAANNNNDDD... I'm done rhyming before this gets more complicated and awkward sounding.
So as I was saying; the same day we went for our Christmas tree hunt, we had our Christmas Dinner and talent show! Amazing food, followed by amazing acts. Bria and I set up a "Dating Game"-type act which turned out to be hilarious! *high five, Bria*
The next day we volunteered to help at the Crofton Seniors Luncheon. It turned out that there was more Kaleo than they expected, but it all worked for the best. I helped add whip cream and strawberries to a load of cakes (yum), dry dishes, and clear tables. The folks were really nice as I got to chat with a few when clearing tables.
Another incredible thing this semester was going to the Canadian Youth Workers Convention in Vancouver last weekend. It was one of those times again; when by the end of the day it feels like something needs to be processed because I cannot fall asleep no matter how tired I am. The theme of the convention was Time and that in itself was very significant for me. A lot of times I worry too much about time and agendas when I really should be enjoying life. Plain and simple. Well... except for homework-working agendas.
I had some awesome times; ferry ride, hanging out with some Briercrest peeps, a trip to Stanley Park with Emma, Matt, and Caroline, elevator riding, chatting with randoms, chatting with Seth Briggs! (old friend from camp, whoo Sask. represent! ), staying at Oak Ridge Baptist, Panini's and Gnocchi, listening to Pastor Mark speak a main session, watching Jared Hall's crazy illusions, fun concerts, and all the awesome sessions we went to. Despite all of those things, I am always amazed and grateful for everyone's heart for the homeless (which became my highlights of the weekend). Even one day as Abby, Claire, Jenna, and I decided to go on an extreme popcorn adventure, we bought two big bags and ate so much we felt sick. So we decided to save the rest for later on and as we were walking down the street we stumbled upon a man with a sign saying "money for food". We gave him the rest of our popcorn and he looked so happy! Oh I love those times.
Random side note, last Monday we went to Wildplay for a Tree-course and bungy jumping! Yes, bungy-jumping. It was a crazy-awesome experience and I loved it!
(Thanks for filming, Jenna <3 )
So that's that. Merry Christmas!
Ecclesiastes 3:11-He has made everything beautiful in its time. He has also set eternity in the hearts of men; yet they cannot fathom what God has done from beginning to end.
View of Vancouver from Stanley Park
