It's been a while since I've written. I didn't really end up documenting my trip online; it was an excellent trip, but the best part about the trip was as much simplicity and dis-communication as possible. Instead of online writing, I journaled. It was one of my most exciting accomplishments yet. I would have liked to come back to the US and document more (journaling daily), but I have yet to have the time and consistency to do that.
I'm trying to recall everything that has happened this summer (and it's not over yet). I've learned SO much. I've been humbled so many times, and I've had to deal with new and frustrating situations. I've gotten closer to people; I've lost other friendships. This summer, I've tried new foods, become more amiable and adaptable. I'm more independent and yet more dependent. This summer, I've started running 3 miles twice a week (thanks to Kris and Ben). I'm also not AS conceited. I got a new roommate (who I love). This summer, I've been depressed but not crushed, more dominant and still feeble. Brought down and then down even farther and along the way given more joy and three times as much sanctification as without these things. This summer, I've thought about my future, my house, my future wife (quite a few times actually), kids, job, relationships, church involvement, vacations, holidays, and more. I've experienced so much and come so far yet felt very little oppression or persecution, only temporary hardship and some slight pain. All in all, I have no reason to complain because God is all sufficient, enduring, patient, forgiving, teaching, and exhorting, and I do believe that, because I saw it, this summer.
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