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Thursday, August 23, 2007
Friday, June 29, 2007
So we made it! Back home that is. It was a crazy trip, but before I go into it I want to sincerely thank all of you that supported us to go to the trip. We were pretty concerned there for a while and God really came through, with you guys, Thank you Thank you Thank you!
We couldn't have made it without you. I hope you all can feel a part of what we are doing because you really are.
Thank you.
So to start off, I guess ill start out with something funny. So being a son-of-a-pilot, I never really got sick on airplane, except maybe on little Cessna's or piper cubs. But it seemed though as soon as we crossed the boarder flying into Mexico, it hit me, like a sack of Mexican jumping beans. I was light headed and couldn't hold it back.
It wasn't the best start to the trip, but it wasn't the work either.
The main goal while we were down there was to help facilitate a brand new Chi Alpha at the University of Guadalajara. There are a total of 11 separate campuses to the U of G, most of which are hours apart. Our main focus was as the Marketing and Finance campus called C.U.C.E.A. We spend the majority of our campus time at CUCEA.
Each Campus had its own crest, all significant in themselves. To the right is CUCEA's. The majority of the city is Catholic so there were many crosses around town and on businesses and signs but for the most part it was a formality rather than something meaningful.
The image at the bottom with the two lions and the tree is the symbol of the city of Guadalajara, Mexico. It was actually a full statue in the downtown.
The main ministry that we partnered with down in Guad, Mexico was one called "Engage Ministries". It is a ministry through the AG church that allows students that are still in college to experience full time mission work, while still gaining college credit. It was really a great thing because most people that go into missions need to be ordained and so forth so by that time they have a wife and 2 kids, and the passion for mission work might be gone or at least diminished.
From the students that we talked to, they loved being apart of ENGAGE because they learned that mission work (full-time) was nothing like they expected. Some students actually decide to not continue in the world mission field because of what they found while in the "trial-period". It was not a bad thing but rather a great way to experience and be shown what they are really working for, not necessarily the easiest life.
Well after moaping around for the first day, and having Heather ask me if there was anything she could do to help, I finally felt began to feel better and regained my strength.
We spend the majority of the first week in a daily routine. We would arrive at the Engage house by their bus, eat breakfast and then head out to campus.
We spend the morning either praying or talking to the students about their lives, building friendships and hopefully entering into a conversationn about their faith or at least why we were in Mexico. While hanging out with some students that loved to jam, I learned about a sweet instrument called a melodica, I think its my next online purchase. We ate lunch on the CUCEA campus each day that we were there, lets just say there were a lot of deli sandwiches. And then we would round up the students that we knew and go over to the soccer fields (also cement basketball courts) and played soccer from about 2pm - 4pm. We played a lot of soccer in the sun, but it was so much fun! And then we would hang out and finish up before the van came to pick us up at 5pm.
It was a stretch for me because I don't speak any Spanish but Heather speaks it very well. For the first few days it was difficult to connect with any students that didn't speak English well. I played soccer with them and talked music but it wouldn't really get 'real'. Before I knew it we were done with our part of the campus ministry and we were off to other stages.
We couldn't have made it without you. I hope you all can feel a part of what we are doing because you really are.
Thank you.
So to start off, I guess ill start out with something funny. So being a son-of-a-pilot, I never really got sick on airplane, except maybe on little Cessna's or piper cubs. But it seemed though as soon as we crossed the boarder flying into Mexico, it hit me, like a sack of Mexican jumping beans. I was light headed and couldn't hold it back.
It wasn't the best start to the trip, but it wasn't the work either.
The main goal while we were down there was to help facilitate a brand new Chi Alpha at the University of Guadalajara. There are a total of 11 separate campuses to the U of G, most of which are hours apart. Our main focus was as the Marketing and Finance campus called C.U.C.E.A. We spend the majority of our campus time at CUCEA.
Each Campus had its own crest, all significant in themselves. To the right is CUCEA's. The majority of the city is Catholic so there were many crosses around town and on businesses and signs but for the most part it was a formality rather than something meaningful.
The image at the bottom with the two lions and the tree is the symbol of the city of Guadalajara, Mexico. It was actually a full statue in the downtown.
The main ministry that we partnered with down in Guad, Mexico was one called "Engage Ministries". It is a ministry through the AG church that allows students that are still in college to experience full time mission work, while still gaining college credit. It was really a great thing because most people that go into missions need to be ordained and so forth so by that time they have a wife and 2 kids, and the passion for mission work might be gone or at least diminished.
From the students that we talked to, they loved being apart of ENGAGE because they learned that mission work (full-time) was nothing like they expected. Some students actually decide to not continue in the world mission field because of what they found while in the "trial-period". It was not a bad thing but rather a great way to experience and be shown what they are really working for, not necessarily the easiest life.
Well after moaping around for the first day, and having Heather ask me if there was anything she could do to help, I finally felt began to feel better and regained my strength.
We spend the majority of the first week in a daily routine. We would arrive at the Engage house by their bus, eat breakfast and then head out to campus.
We spend the morning either praying or talking to the students about their lives, building friendships and hopefully entering into a conversationn about their faith or at least why we were in Mexico. While hanging out with some students that loved to jam, I learned about a sweet instrument called a melodica, I think its my next online purchase. We ate lunch on the CUCEA campus each day that we were there, lets just say there were a lot of deli sandwiches. And then we would round up the students that we knew and go over to the soccer fields (also cement basketball courts) and played soccer from about 2pm - 4pm. We played a lot of soccer in the sun, but it was so much fun! And then we would hang out and finish up before the van came to pick us up at 5pm.It was a stretch for me because I don't speak any Spanish but Heather speaks it very well. For the first few days it was difficult to connect with any students that didn't speak English well. I played soccer with them and talked music but it wouldn't really get 'real'. Before I knew it we were done with our part of the campus ministry and we were off to other stages.
Wednesday, June 27, 2007
Mexico: Round Two
On Saturday we went to the market, and huge indoor/outdoor plaza that spanned blocks and was stuffed full of fake Nike's, Levi's, mysterious drinks, and soccer jerseys. Me and Heather ran around the whole place, I picked up some sweet soccer jerseys and she picked up some well needed hand-made blouses and skirts. It was great! And they even had cheap fresh mango's! 
Shown to the right is the typical traffic in Guadalajara.
This was two girls on in the market begging for change. It was very sad to see this next to so many wealthy vendors.
Church on Sunday was definitely and experience. Well in the morning it was 3 hours of straight Spanish, no projector with words, no translator, just passionate Mexicans praising Jesus. It was great to see, but a little hard to participate.
Sunday night was similar, a little more upbeat and American (meaning American songs translated to Spanish) so it was better, but most of all it was great to see them loving it all.
On Monday we painted the ENGAGE office which took longer than expected because apparently we had the wrong paint (oops).
The next day we went to the village (the outskirts of Guadalajara) and did ministry with the kids. This was my favorite day up until that point.
We got to play a ton with the kids, teach them some songs, have a Bible memory verse (all in Spanish, again I don't really understand it).
Afterward we gave them coloring books and candy and toys, they were so thankful!
One little six-year-old girl said that it was the first coloring book she had ever had. It was very hard to leave them.
The last ministry day (Wednesday) we prayer walked around 4 different campuses, none of which had we previously visited save CUCEA. This day started our harder than expected. I was feeling pretty sick at the point again so it was hard to gain the energy to walk and pray on the little food that I could hold.
We saw a lot of interesting things on the campuses including a mountain view in the Art and Arch.'s backyard, and some weird paintings on another campus. We finally came to the Law campus. At the end of the walk we came to this tree we saw something really cool about it.
As you can see the tree is busting through the cement barriers as it grow, the blocks continue to fall apart. The understanding that we felt was that our prayers and time there, along with the other teams, ministries, kids outreaches, church services and the like, were all feeding into the grow that God is doing in that part of Mexico (dubbed the 'black hole of Mexico' as far a Christianity). Even though at times it felt like only 10 days, or small prayers on campuses we knew nothing about or didn't speak the language, God was moving.
Jesus' love is growing in Mexico.
He kind of brought it all together in one short moment. It was just like Him. 
Wednesday, June 6, 2007
Guadalajara, Mexico
We are officially leaving for Guadalajara next Tuesday the 12th at 7:25 a.m. We will be arriving in Dallas Ft. Worth around 8:55 a.m. and then Guadalajara at approximately 1:10 p.m.
A building on the campus of UG
Our main objective is to be a blessing to the missionaries that are dedicating their lives to bringing the gospel to the students of Guadalajara. We will be praying, playing soccer, worshiping, and connecting as much as we can with the students on that campus. Essentially, we will be doing what we do best - but in Spanish!!
Please pray for us. This is an extension of the ministry that Andy and I have been pouring into for four years. This will be the second team of students our Chi Alpha has sent down this year. In July we will also be sending our campus pastors down for 6 months! We are investing in this project to pioneer a Chi Alpha Campus Ministry at the University of Guadalajara because we know this is the Lord's will. He didn't just call the American students to salvation - but all mankind.
From there we go directly to the university we are ministering at. We won't see the hotel till later that night. We will be on campus for a week, and the last 3 or so days will be spent 2 1/2 hours outside of Guadalajara ministering to the underprivileged community.
A building on the campus of UG
Our main objective is to be a blessing to the missionaries that are dedicating their lives to bringing the gospel to the students of Guadalajara. We will be praying, playing soccer, worshiping, and connecting as much as we can with the students on that campus. Essentially, we will be doing what we do best - but in Spanish!!
Please pray for us. This is an extension of the ministry that Andy and I have been pouring into for four years. This will be the second team of students our Chi Alpha has sent down this year. In July we will also be sending our campus pastors down for 6 months! We are investing in this project to pioneer a Chi Alpha Campus Ministry at the University of Guadalajara because we know this is the Lord's will. He didn't just call the American students to salvation - but all mankind.
Tuesday, May 29, 2007
A Change in Season
There is only a little over a week before the end of my undergraduate career. There are only two weeks until we leave for Mexico. When I take time to stop and breathe, my first thought is always "Where did May go?"
Andy and I are back into the swing of things after an amazing weekend up in Michigan. Andy's family threw us a wedding shower at his Uncle Allie's house - which sits right on the lake. We sat in the hot tub, we went tubing, we caught some fish and were seriously blessed by the generosity of his family. Even though some of the items that we put on our Khol's gift registry were seasonal, his relatives still managed to buy us dishes, bathroom decorations, and some of the kitchen supplies we asked for.
It was very relaxing and so much fun. In the 10 months we've been engaged, we've never had that much time just to focus on ourselves and enjoy one another. We are amazingly blessed and extremely grateful to everyone who helped put this weekend together. Thank you!
Here we are with brand new Serta pillows from Aunt Dorie!!
Opening up our massive grilling utensils...
My handsome fiance, waiting patiently for a bite...
Slow and peaceful all weekend, just enjoying family and each other...
The lake was amazing as the sun was setting. We watched this from the dock off the back of Uncle Allie's house...
I caught my first fish early in the day on Monday. It was a little baby blue gill!!
Andy and I are back into the swing of things after an amazing weekend up in Michigan. Andy's family threw us a wedding shower at his Uncle Allie's house - which sits right on the lake. We sat in the hot tub, we went tubing, we caught some fish and were seriously blessed by the generosity of his family. Even though some of the items that we put on our Khol's gift registry were seasonal, his relatives still managed to buy us dishes, bathroom decorations, and some of the kitchen supplies we asked for.
It was very relaxing and so much fun. In the 10 months we've been engaged, we've never had that much time just to focus on ourselves and enjoy one another. We are amazingly blessed and extremely grateful to everyone who helped put this weekend together. Thank you!
Here we are with brand new Serta pillows from Aunt Dorie!!
Opening up our massive grilling utensils...
My handsome fiance, waiting patiently for a bite...
Slow and peaceful all weekend, just enjoying family and each other...
The lake was amazing as the sun was setting. We watched this from the dock off the back of Uncle Allie's house...
I caught my first fish early in the day on Monday. It was a little baby blue gill!!
Wednesday, May 23, 2007
Good Day Sunshine!
Wow! It felt like the winter went on forever! With college classes actually being canceled, the restaurant closing early, digging our friends out, and forgetting to update our blog - spring was way over due!
There is so much going on in this little town. I am working a new job. I left Qdoba Mexican Grill at the end of March and am now officially selling cell phones, high speed internet, and dish network for Cingular Wireless - now the new At&t. It is a huge change, and sometimes I can't believe I'm really doing it, but nonetheless, it's paying the bills and giving us health insurance. If you know anyone who wants to switch to Cingular, I have business cards!!
As of today, I am due to graduate from Wright State University in 17 days. These have been the quickest four years of my life. I'm not sure I'm ready not to be in school*. (*I'm ready to never have homework again!) However, I'm very excited for the year ahead. For those of you who are also keeping count, the wedding is in 73 days :) We are leaving on our first international missions trip next month. We're headed to Guadalajara, Mexico! We've been brushing up our Spanish and Andy even downloaded a Spanish podcast to practice with! Then of course, we will be on staff with our campus ministry fall quarter. So really, I'm getting an extra year of college...and everyone will be jealous. I will get all the perks of social hangout and being involved in the ministry without having to attend a single class. Yeah, it's going to be amazing.
Spring quarter has proved to be unique. After all this time, Andy and I finally have a class together! We are taking Comparative Non-Western Music. One of the best decisions we ever made. The class is stellar, the prof is awesome, and we get to build our own instruments! My step-dad, Steve, helped me with mine. I'll post some pictures as soon as I have them. We built a hammered dulcimer. It's stinkin sweet :) Andy, being the electrical engineer, is building an electronic theremin. Ask him about it, it's really cool but definitely outside of my expertise. Think 50's movies...then add those "waaaa-ooooo" noises. That's what he's making. He's so creative :)
As far as the ministry goes, it's been so good. Andy's really been connecting well with several of the guys. They lift weights, go to the batting cages, and play with his electric scooter - "Lightning". He loves it. As for me, I'm spending a lot of time talking to my girls about leadership for next year. They are very gifted, very talented young women. I look forward to seeing how they will impact the kingdom of God. I love them so much.
Update on my mom: She's doing so great!! She looks good, she's starting to feel good, and she's back to work full time. I've never been so proud of her. She took this challenge head on and never looked back. People have been telling me that I get my determination from her. They've never been more right. She's also helping me plan this wedding like it ain't no thang. I don't think she even blinked during the chemo while we were doing wedding stuff. Praise the Lord that she got to still go with me to get my dress, pick out the bridesmaid dresses, and look at stationary. That stuff is really important to me. I love my mom. If you get a chance, you should ask her about the power of prayer. Her life is a testimony to it.
For Memorial day weekend, Andy and I are going to see his family up in Michigan. They are planning a wedding shower for us! Such a blessing. I even bought a new bathing suit. *blush* I'm really looking forward to it!
There are most definitely pictures to go along with our busy lives...and as soon as I have them I'll post them. In the mean time, could you please keep us in your prayers? We have finals coming up and we are also in the middle of trying to raise $800 a piece for this trip to Mexico. We sent our support letters out this week - and we trust in the Lord to provide the money :) Love to you and yours!
-Heather
There is so much going on in this little town. I am working a new job. I left Qdoba Mexican Grill at the end of March and am now officially selling cell phones, high speed internet, and dish network for Cingular Wireless - now the new At&t. It is a huge change, and sometimes I can't believe I'm really doing it, but nonetheless, it's paying the bills and giving us health insurance. If you know anyone who wants to switch to Cingular, I have business cards!!
As of today, I am due to graduate from Wright State University in 17 days. These have been the quickest four years of my life. I'm not sure I'm ready not to be in school*. (*I'm ready to never have homework again!) However, I'm very excited for the year ahead. For those of you who are also keeping count, the wedding is in 73 days :) We are leaving on our first international missions trip next month. We're headed to Guadalajara, Mexico! We've been brushing up our Spanish and Andy even downloaded a Spanish podcast to practice with! Then of course, we will be on staff with our campus ministry fall quarter. So really, I'm getting an extra year of college...and everyone will be jealous. I will get all the perks of social hangout and being involved in the ministry without having to attend a single class. Yeah, it's going to be amazing.
Spring quarter has proved to be unique. After all this time, Andy and I finally have a class together! We are taking Comparative Non-Western Music. One of the best decisions we ever made. The class is stellar, the prof is awesome, and we get to build our own instruments! My step-dad, Steve, helped me with mine. I'll post some pictures as soon as I have them. We built a hammered dulcimer. It's stinkin sweet :) Andy, being the electrical engineer, is building an electronic theremin. Ask him about it, it's really cool but definitely outside of my expertise. Think 50's movies...then add those "waaaa-ooooo" noises. That's what he's making. He's so creative :)
As far as the ministry goes, it's been so good. Andy's really been connecting well with several of the guys. They lift weights, go to the batting cages, and play with his electric scooter - "Lightning". He loves it. As for me, I'm spending a lot of time talking to my girls about leadership for next year. They are very gifted, very talented young women. I look forward to seeing how they will impact the kingdom of God. I love them so much.
Update on my mom: She's doing so great!! She looks good, she's starting to feel good, and she's back to work full time. I've never been so proud of her. She took this challenge head on and never looked back. People have been telling me that I get my determination from her. They've never been more right. She's also helping me plan this wedding like it ain't no thang. I don't think she even blinked during the chemo while we were doing wedding stuff. Praise the Lord that she got to still go with me to get my dress, pick out the bridesmaid dresses, and look at stationary. That stuff is really important to me. I love my mom. If you get a chance, you should ask her about the power of prayer. Her life is a testimony to it.
For Memorial day weekend, Andy and I are going to see his family up in Michigan. They are planning a wedding shower for us! Such a blessing. I even bought a new bathing suit. *blush* I'm really looking forward to it!
There are most definitely pictures to go along with our busy lives...and as soon as I have them I'll post them. In the mean time, could you please keep us in your prayers? We have finals coming up and we are also in the middle of trying to raise $800 a piece for this trip to Mexico. We sent our support letters out this week - and we trust in the Lord to provide the money :) Love to you and yours!
-Heather
Sunday, February 11, 2007
Is it Spring yet?
Well, this winter has been a busy one to say the least. Lots of school, work, and electric bills. Officially we are just over half way through the Winter Quarter at WSU, and I am going to happy/sad to see it go. I brought lots of snow but also lots of late study nights!
I figured that I would give myself a break from a weekend in the lab to post some pictures for a while ago. I really like em.
The first one is from another snow day that we had. This one actually didn't fall on a weekend! They actually closed school for it! Imagine that! We are suppose to get some more inches this week, I hope it comes, if there is one equation that I learned in engineering its is that snow is inversely proportional to the amount of school after a given point. It's only a theory though. To celebrate the snow day, me and heather went over to our friends house and had some authentic Arabian Lunch with rice, chicken and vegetables. It hit the spot. Then we went to the local Meijer and sled down a big hill that they had. It reminded me of middle school! In the picture you can see heathers car and a yellowish apartment behind it where we at our Arabian lunch.
Here is another picture of the snow we got all in one morning! 5" and Wright State cancelled at 2:41pm in the afternoon. It's a pretty big deal!
The next picture is of us making snow angels from the last snow we had! Don't let these pictures fool you, this has been a very mild winter. I just wanted an excuse to use the "snow" setting on my camera.
I figured that I would give myself a break from a weekend in the lab to post some pictures for a while ago. I really like em.
The first one is from another snow day that we had. This one actually didn't fall on a weekend! They actually closed school for it! Imagine that! We are suppose to get some more inches this week, I hope it comes, if there is one equation that I learned in engineering its is that snow is inversely proportional to the amount of school after a given point. It's only a theory though. To celebrate the snow day, me and heather went over to our friends house and had some authentic Arabian Lunch with rice, chicken and vegetables. It hit the spot. Then we went to the local Meijer and sled down a big hill that they had. It reminded me of middle school! In the picture you can see heathers car and a yellowish apartment behind it where we at our Arabian lunch.
Here is another picture of the snow we got all in one morning! 5" and Wright State cancelled at 2:41pm in the afternoon. It's a pretty big deal!
The next picture is of us making snow angels from the last snow we had! Don't let these pictures fool you, this has been a very mild winter. I just wanted an excuse to use the "snow" setting on my camera.
Me and H went on a date about a week ago to a local park. We got up early (as you can see) and walked around in the snow. It was a ton a fun but very cold!
I'm not actually in this next picture but its the only one we have of my intramural basketball team. We are 1 and 1 and the last game we went into over time and won by a buzzer-beater! But the coolest thing was that my roomate (Adam) made a basket by shooting BEHIND THE BACKBOARD (nothing but net!) to tie us up to put us in over time! It was an amazing game. The team is a great way for me to chill and fun away from studies! In the picture are Don Ahossin and Epaphrodite. They are both from Africa and have been over here about 2 years.
This picture is of me and my dGroup (Discussion Group) for Chi Alpha. We had a fun activity about "pressure" and how it related to our lives. The activity consisted of "who can blow up the ballon fastest?" but of course as men, we decided to do it facing each so rubber shrapnel could fly over the opponent. It was a lot of fun! If you look closely you can actually see the ballon breaking (light red) because the other one, about the same size, you can't even see through it! Me and Heather really like our new camera that we got for Christmas. Thanks mom and pop!
The next two pictures are of the SALT Conference that Chi Alpha Campus Ministries goes to every year. This year it was in Indianapolis. It consisted of a lot of good speakers, worship through the new year and local street witnessing. SALT is always a highlight of the break. The theme of SALT 2006 was "Preparing for Gods Best". This is the group shot. The conference gathered all the Great Lake Region Chi Alpha's together. Wright State was definantly one the biggest. Praise God!
This is me and my friend steve, celebrating the new year.
Here is a picture of Chi Alpha's first annual "Chinese Christmas". We invited all the chinese students that we know over to celebrate Christmas with us in the Chi Alpha House. It was packed. We played jenga, Christmas trivia, gave away lots of fun gifts as well as these sweet wooden boxes containing Gold, Frankencense, and Myrhh. I don't know how to spell those. It was a ton of fun and the Chinese Students really enjoyed it. In the picture is Jason, my good buddy who does a lot of International stuff for Chi Alpha, and a ton of Chinese students along with Chi Alpha students. I guess I haven't really posted pictures of the Chi Alpha House. I'll have to do that some other day.
Here are some older pictures from Christmas, sorry it took me so long. This is Grandma chillin' in the rocking chair. Don't let her near any puzzles under 1000 peices, she put it together in less than 20 minutes!
This one is my favorite from the Family Christmas, it was during the gift exchange. Rob and Shelby were a trip!
Here's Kevin and Courtney. They are so cute!
Me and Heather at the Geigers (with Shelby's doll).
During all the rush of a multiple-family Christmas, me a H stole some time to do some sight-seeing. It was very cold in Springfeild, Ohio, but the lights were great. This one looks like she's in London, hopefully we will really get a picture like this some day.
This last one is my favorite from Christmas. It's me and H in downtown Springfeild (her dad's sides hometown) sitting in the Christmas lights.
I hope you enjoyed my massive media filled post. Things are great down here in Dayton, OH. Me and H are both looking to get better jobs, and we both have good prospects, Praise Jesus. We would love to hear from all you guys, feel free to email me or Heather, or post here. The wedding plans are coming along great. All we have left to get is the DJ, which we are looking into right now. Then we will just wait until we need to finish preparing.
We love you guys. Please pray for us as we pray for you.
Jesus loves you so stinkin' much!
okay, i just found this awesome picture of me and heather. Its from a costume party from the fall. We were.... well.... square dancers of course! I like this one a lot. And yes, its the same multipurpose hat from the previous post. : )
I'm not actually in this next picture but its the only one we have of my intramural basketball team. We are 1 and 1 and the last game we went into over time and won by a buzzer-beater! But the coolest thing was that my roomate (Adam) made a basket by shooting BEHIND THE BACKBOARD (nothing but net!) to tie us up to put us in over time! It was an amazing game. The team is a great way for me to chill and fun away from studies! In the picture are Don Ahossin and Epaphrodite. They are both from Africa and have been over here about 2 years.
This picture is of me and my dGroup (Discussion Group) for Chi Alpha. We had a fun activity about "pressure" and how it related to our lives. The activity consisted of "who can blow up the ballon fastest?" but of course as men, we decided to do it facing each so rubber shrapnel could fly over the opponent. It was a lot of fun! If you look closely you can actually see the ballon breaking (light red) because the other one, about the same size, you can't even see through it! Me and Heather really like our new camera that we got for Christmas. Thanks mom and pop!
The next two pictures are of the SALT Conference that Chi Alpha Campus Ministries goes to every year. This year it was in Indianapolis. It consisted of a lot of good speakers, worship through the new year and local street witnessing. SALT is always a highlight of the break. The theme of SALT 2006 was "Preparing for Gods Best". This is the group shot. The conference gathered all the Great Lake Region Chi Alpha's together. Wright State was definantly one the biggest. Praise God!This is me and my friend steve, celebrating the new year.
Here is a picture of Chi Alpha's first annual "Chinese Christmas". We invited all the chinese students that we know over to celebrate Christmas with us in the Chi Alpha House. It was packed. We played jenga, Christmas trivia, gave away lots of fun gifts as well as these sweet wooden boxes containing Gold, Frankencense, and Myrhh. I don't know how to spell those. It was a ton of fun and the Chinese Students really enjoyed it. In the picture is Jason, my good buddy who does a lot of International stuff for Chi Alpha, and a ton of Chinese students along with Chi Alpha students. I guess I haven't really posted pictures of the Chi Alpha House. I'll have to do that some other day.
Here are some older pictures from Christmas, sorry it took me so long. This is Grandma chillin' in the rocking chair. Don't let her near any puzzles under 1000 peices, she put it together in less than 20 minutes!This one is my favorite from the Family Christmas, it was during the gift exchange. Rob and Shelby were a trip!
Here's Kevin and Courtney. They are so cute!
Me and Heather at the Geigers (with Shelby's doll).
During all the rush of a multiple-family Christmas, me a H stole some time to do some sight-seeing. It was very cold in Springfeild, Ohio, but the lights were great. This one looks like she's in London, hopefully we will really get a picture like this some day.This last one is my favorite from Christmas. It's me and H in downtown Springfeild (her dad's sides hometown) sitting in the Christmas lights.
I hope you enjoyed my massive media filled post. Things are great down here in Dayton, OH. Me and H are both looking to get better jobs, and we both have good prospects, Praise Jesus. We would love to hear from all you guys, feel free to email me or Heather, or post here. The wedding plans are coming along great. All we have left to get is the DJ, which we are looking into right now. Then we will just wait until we need to finish preparing.
We love you guys. Please pray for us as we pray for you.
Jesus loves you so stinkin' much!
okay, i just found this awesome picture of me and heather. Its from a costume party from the fall. We were.... well.... square dancers of course! I like this one a lot. And yes, its the same multipurpose hat from the previous post. : )
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