Alright, I don't have a valid answer. I could use the excuse that I was gone all last week counselling at a Christian camp. I could also use the excuse that I've been so busy this summer that I've only had one get-together w/ a friend all season. It would probably be understandable for me to claim that my life has been far too hectic, emotional, trying, adventurous, and exciting to even remember my blog.... but I usually get irritated when other people quote excuses like that, even if they're completely true! *smile*

I will admit, there have been days when I've had enough time to blog, but haven't. *blush*

Nevertheless, I have truly been running around like a lunatic this summer! This next weekend and coming week don't look any more relaxing either....

Well, to exciting matters..... I've known for a while but haven't posted about it: I'm going to have another little sister this December! I'm very excited, as is the whole family. I could tell you her name.... but I won't! (Sorry, the privilege of privacy!) 

Also, any prayers for my dad at this time would be most appreciated! He's been studying, working, and boldly shoving towards ordination for a while now. This is ordination weekend.... and he's going to be asked lots of questions at the meeting. I'm extremely proud of him, and know he would be blessed by any prayers you would offer on his behalf!

I mentioned earlier that I was at camp last week as a counselor. Yep, it's true. I had a wonderful time, besides being totally exhausted after days of running around like a mad-woman, trying to be everywhere at once (while looking after all the campers in my group!). I also played keyboard for the worship team, what an experience! I (literally!) was given the music only about ten minutes (sometimes less) before each performance.... and this was truly just the lyrics printed on the sheet of paper with guitar cords written above them!!! Needless to say, it stretched me, but was something that helped me to trust God and "go with the flow". *grin*

If you would, please take a minute to pray for the girls in my group from this summer. Two of them prayed to ask God for forgiveness of their sins and accepted Jesus as the truth. I have been emailing with several of the girls, including those two, and hope to stay in contact with them. Many of them came from hurting homes, or even unbelieving ones. These girls are all ages 10-12.... they need prayer!

I'm reading in 2nd Kings right now, as well as Jeremiah. My mom is also studying Jer., so we enjoy discussing what we've been learning. It used to astound me how stubborn and sinful the Israelites were.... but now, as a young adult, I'm no longer shocked. I see the exact same stories played out in our modern days. People have learned to take sin lightly, have "forgotten how to blush", have covered their ears when the words of God are spoken, and deliberately set their feet on the path of destruction. It grieves my heart to see how our modern world refuses to heed to the mistakes of the before them, and continues to journey in darkness. I see even people close to me surrendering to sin, instead of realizing that the God within them is greater than the prince of darkness. I would encourage each of you to make sure you are honoring God with your life; that you are reflecting His holiness. This world will make life difficult for those who follow Christ.... but, take courage! He has overcome the world!

God bless!

WarriorMaiden