Time after time I've wondered if anyone would ever uncover a 'cure' for those post-mission trip blues... If you've ever gone on a mission trip, you know that your sole focus is Jesus. Serving others in Jesus' name, building intentional relationships with others, inspiring, encouraging, and challenging each other to grow closer in their relationship... Continue Reading →
10 Good-to-Knows
There are some things in life that you don't get a chance to learn until you learn them the hard way. There are also some things that I have thoughtfully been taught. Some people may not have not been taught some of these. I wanted to share 10 things that I consider general life lessons or... Continue Reading →
Do Me a Favor & Please Assume
as·sume əˈso͞om/ verb 1. suppose to be the case, without proof. "Assume" is just one of those words that when used, often has a negative connotation. It's often attached to uncertain situations leading to disappointed feelings. I'm sure many have heard of the old saying that goes, "When you assume, you make an a$$ out of you and me, (a$$-u-me)."... Continue Reading →
My Alaskan Adventures
UPDATE: One of my favorite self-written lines of truth is, "When you're willing to go, God will take you places." That continues to ring true in my life, as I am currently writing from a place unlike any other, Alaska. As much as I would love to simply roam free in this wonderful land, I have been... Continue Reading →
Adventures in Michigan: Holland
Some of the best adventures are those that can be found right outside your backyard. A few weekends ago I got to travel across the state of Michigan to visit with a friend and go on some adventures with their family. We took the opportunity to visit Holland, MI for the annual Tulip Time Festival. Going and discovering the beauty... Continue Reading →
{YAY RA!}
During my sophomore year at Central Michigan University I took on the adventure of being a resident assistant in one of the residence halls on campus. An RA holds a spectacular paraprofessional staff position that is full of adventures, meaningful relationships, and challenges that allow for growth beyond measure. As an RA you plan various... Continue Reading →
Eagle Village – the land of obstacles and opportunities
Her name is Emily Baier. * She is my quirky comrade. Who also doubles as my merry mentee. We had the opportunity of a lifetime to spend a weekend together (9/12/15-9/13/15) with the rest of the Leader Advancement Scholars from the sophomore and freshman class from Central Michigan University. We packed our bags and headed north, to... Continue Reading →
SpringHill: where faith and fun combine in upmost harmony
SpringHill - a summer camp for kids. I was a counselor for Day Camps - where we travel around to different locations bringing camp to the kids at the various churches and schools that hosted us... an experience of a lifetime. My home team was based out of the West Michigan 2 (WM2) area, and these... Continue Reading →
Old Man. Orange T-shirt. CiCi’s Pizza.
Do you ever get that sudden feeling in the pit of your stomach to go and strike up a conversation with a complete stranger? Maybe you do, maybe you don't. But more recently than not I've found myself fighting that itching urge. God calling me to work for SpringHill Day Camps and me answering that call has given... Continue Reading →