War College

So...I've been here for 2 and a half weeks, this is my second week of classes. Its been really good. I went through a time of homesickness which was...horrible haha but its getting better. Sometimes, it gets depressing down here, seeing all the pain and addiction, but at other times its so amazing cause you get into conversations with the people who are in pain and addicted, and hear their stories...some people have amazing stories! I have so many stories, but a lot are stories that aren't really bloggable cause you cant get the full aspect of what they're like without seeing expression. And for those who are worried, haha...thanks for the concern! I'd like to say though, people down here know that we're with 614, and its well respected, so if anyone sees us in a potentially dangerous situation, they'll step in and help. And they're very protective also because they see that we're clean, and dont want to see us getting into anything that they're into. I think they look at us and it gives them hope that they can come clean as well. Its really cool.

Keep the prayers coming for sure!!

48 hours of homelessness

I spent all of wednesday, all of thursday and part of friday homeless. It was a powerful experience. The feelings that I felt were loneliness. Even though I was with 6 other people...and God...I just didnt feel right. I also got scared, I got a feeling of uneasiness. It was an amazing experience but I can honestly say that I never want to be homeless legitamitely. The feeling of not knowing where your sleeping is safe and all the emotions that built up over the 48 hours, I wouldnt want to do it. Im so thankful to God for a roof over my head, for a bed with warmth, pillows and everything else.

East Van

Well...I live on the downtown east side of Vancouver now. Its pretty awesome. Classes are great, students and teachers are awesome...and the best part of it all is the community. Actually...I love it. Its really cool. They're such a tight knit community and Im a part of it now. I've met a few neighbors and stuff, not as many as I'd like yet but I've only been here for 4 days. Its pretty awesome though.