Atlast we have a beautiful day...and we are so excited. There is still snow on the ground but the air even smells like Spring. It feels so good! Soon the golf courses will be open and David can get to the driving range and also play a round or two.
The school year here is almost finished. Only 8 more days of classes, then a trip to Saskatoon to lead a 4 day DVBS and then exams and then Sonya will be headed to Alaska for 2 wks.
Well...we hope no one had to endure any huge pranks today. Just smile and enjoy the sonshine.
Wednesday, April 1, 2009
Saturday, March 21, 2009
97 % 5 Days.ca
Well it was an amazing week to experience the endurance of our "homeless" friends. These young adults were truly inspiring...some pushing through temperatures of -25 plus windchill. Some days the brain function was slow but as you read their experiences on their blogs it's a true testament to their belief in the cause. The community really embraced them and they were well fed and donations did come in.
According to the website (www.5days.ca/camrose) the students raised 97% of their goal. This is SO amazing considering Gardner is a very small student body compared to many of the other universities across Canada who were participating. It was also the first year that we've participated in this awareness event so now a few lessons have been learned and next year will be even better.
To any of you who may have contributed...THANK YOU!
On another note we ask that you keep us in your prayers.
Sonya has now been sick with this cold/flu bug that seems to be all around us. Quickly the end of the school year is coming and the students will be leaving the dorm, which will bring another adjustment for us. Sonya will be joining a group of students who are headed to Fairbanks Alaska for a 2 week mission trip at the end of April and then we will be into our first summer here.
According to the website (www.5days.ca/camrose) the students raised 97% of their goal. This is SO amazing considering Gardner is a very small student body compared to many of the other universities across Canada who were participating. It was also the first year that we've participated in this awareness event so now a few lessons have been learned and next year will be even better.
To any of you who may have contributed...THANK YOU!
On another note we ask that you keep us in your prayers.
Sonya has now been sick with this cold/flu bug that seems to be all around us. Quickly the end of the school year is coming and the students will be leaving the dorm, which will bring another adjustment for us. Sonya will be joining a group of students who are headed to Fairbanks Alaska for a 2 week mission trip at the end of April and then we will be into our first summer here.
Monday, March 16, 2009
Homelessness
We wanted to bring attention to this cause. We have 7 students from Gardner College who are living outdoors for 5 days...and nights, in order to raise community awareness for homelessness and funds for a local shelter. Consider giving even a small donation online to help this cause and to encourage those students who are committed to this challenge.
Please take time to check out this link:
www.camrose.5days.ca
This is a national event that various universities accross Canada are participating in.
Sunday, March 15, 2009
Colds & Flu
Guess what? It snowed again today! The temperature has dropped abit cooler and there are plenty of white flakes in the air. Grrrr... Someone please assure us that Spring is coming...it is right??
David had been attacked real good with this cold/fever bug. Almost the last 3 days have been spent in bed with lots of tylenol and water. Alot of people around the school campus have been sick over the past few weeks. We were hoping to avoid it but guess not. Your prayers are much appreciated.
David had been attacked real good with this cold/fever bug. Almost the last 3 days have been spent in bed with lots of tylenol and water. Alot of people around the school campus have been sick over the past few weeks. We were hoping to avoid it but guess not. Your prayers are much appreciated.
Saturday, March 7, 2009
Long Day...
So we were hit with more snow today...YIKES! Winter has been a really long season. We really are really tired of it.
Today the school was having a bottle drive to raise money for upcoming missions trips, so the falling snow did not help those who were out collecting. David & Sonya spent 9 hours sorting through cans, water bottles, liqueur bottles, 2 lt pop bottles, juice tetra packs and beer bottles. Talk about a workout...serious muscle aches....whew...but we took our first 3 loads in to the depot and we are around the $200 mark....and there is still ALOT more. It was a good experience of learning how different people work.
Today the school was having a bottle drive to raise money for upcoming missions trips, so the falling snow did not help those who were out collecting. David & Sonya spent 9 hours sorting through cans, water bottles, liqueur bottles, 2 lt pop bottles, juice tetra packs and beer bottles. Talk about a workout...serious muscle aches....whew...but we took our first 3 loads in to the depot and we are around the $200 mark....and there is still ALOT more. It was a good experience of learning how different people work.
Tuesday, March 3, 2009
More Snow..Warm Thoughts
Is anyone else wondering if it will ever end??? All morning that white fluffy stuff has been coming down and covering everything again. Once again things look clean and fresh but who knows...in a few days that could change...again.
Everything right now is pretty routine. We have been trying to come up with ways to try and "celebrate" or atleast positively acknowledge the everyday ordinary things. So much talk right now is gloomy and economy focus and yet, we are so blessed and have much to be thankful for. Take a moment and look around....there are probably atleast three things or persons that you enjoy, appreciate, have, or take for granted. Do we need to follow the thinking pattern of our world?
Sunday, March 1, 2009
March Already
Well where did February go to? We've changed the colour from red to green...kindof like this one.
We can't believe how quickly the time is flying by. However with the crazy weather it feels like we are still in the dead of winter. We've had another cold blast accompanied by snow. Brrr.... The old van tends to protest a fair bit in the mornings but atleast she still runs.
David's retail work is still abit on the slow side but we are thankful for the employment. He is itching for the weather to get nicer so he can get his hands on his clubs again and get out on the golf course.
We are planning a dorm party for Monday night with games and lots of junk food. So we'll see if we can last as long as the younger adults..LOL.
We can't believe how quickly the time is flying by. However with the crazy weather it feels like we are still in the dead of winter. We've had another cold blast accompanied by snow. Brrr.... The old van tends to protest a fair bit in the mornings but atleast she still runs.
David's retail work is still abit on the slow side but we are thankful for the employment. He is itching for the weather to get nicer so he can get his hands on his clubs again and get out on the golf course.
We are planning a dorm party for Monday night with games and lots of junk food. So we'll see if we can last as long as the younger adults..LOL.
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