Mae Gone

I have a feeling that 2008 is going to go by too quickly. I mean, it's already the end of March! It's been such a full month-- but a good one. The days has flown by with a variety of happenings. The saying goes, "Time flies when you're having fun."

Walking down life with my childhood friends. Spending 4 days up in the mountains of Mae Gone was once again fruitful and refreshing-- I love the mornings especially where I can feel so close to His creations, and journal in the quietness of the day. For the first time, we had a team of 12 youths! Serving the Lord alongside with them was indeed special. Always prayed that they would come up here one day to see the work and it has finally come true...

Singing "The Steadfast Love of the Lord" During the preparation period for this children's ministry, I must admit that I was overwhelmed. The interpretations wasn't easy and some days I felt like I could not go on... but I kept going, kept on practicing, knowing that God will give the needed strength. As the children presented this song in thai on the last day to their parents, God really encouraged my heart. "His mercies never come to an end. They are new every morning, new every morning, great is Thy faithfulness O Lord."

I've seen many of these children grow up. It's been 6 years since my first mission trip there. Many of those whom I use to play with back then are teens now and I guess they are shy to join in with the activities we have. I've always wondered how I could still continue building on a relationship with them so I asked God and He gave me wonderful opportunities. It was the highlight of my trip. I got to know 3 youths better- Tip (18), Ronnie (19) and Ja suh (15).

They have so little, yet they are so willing to share with us the little that they have. They are all extremely cute and bright-eyed! I could have taken a million more pictures. I truely treasured the time spent with them... more than what all the pictures are worth.

Experts in 'UNO'

This was my verse during the time there :" I will proclaim your mighty acts, O Sovereign Lord; I will proclaim your righteousness, yours alone." Psalm 71:16. Till we meet again, God be with you.