Only in the movies...

So far I am very much enjoying the holidays. It feels like I haven't been at camp now for over a month, but its only been a little over a week. At first I was really grumpy and annoyed and stressed out and socially awkward around people. I am not usually like that so it was not a good scene. A couple of days ago that all changed, I got most of my shopping done, enough rest and I was back to being comfortable with my friends. I have been enjoying nice long bubble baths, reading books because I chose to not because I have too, and eating the food I want when I want it which is more of a privilege than one would think. I have also been able to hang out with Taylor for more than a few hours a week which has greatly improved our relationship although it took him a week to start acting more like himself around me. So what I am saying is life's good and I am glad I have had the opportunity to rest and have rested well. I do miss all the Kaleos and I can't wait to get back to see everybody and hear their stories.
MERRY CHRISTMAS EVERYBODY! Last night was the start of an old Christmas tradition revised. You always see Christmas carolers on the television in movies and such but it is something that in reality doesn't really happen or if it does it is rare. We'll we brought caroling back to the Cowichan Valley last night weather the people liked it or not. Last year the men's bible study went caroling and after witnessing one old man's response with tears in his eyes they decided to do it again. However the bible study was small last year probably no more than seven men went. This year there was like over twenty people so by splitting into two groups we were covering more areas and spreading more cheer. Yes it's true when some people find out that there are carolers at the door they slam it in your face. Some were confused and felt the need to somehow repay us weather it be with chocolates and baking or money. We also handed out toys to the kids that came to the door. One of our very first houses we visited there was a hand full of older women and one by one they were drawn to come see the commotion at the door and joined in with us. At the end of the song they told us that they had just finished their dinner and were about to dig into a bible study on the Tower of Babel. My group revisited the home which housed the elderly man from last year and he was so glad to see us and as we sung the chorus of little Town of Bethlehem he was holding back the tears. It was a good night despite how wet it was and I definitely encourage everyone to go caroling once in your life. Merry Christmas once again, I hope its a good one!

Sometimes it's nice to get away...

There really are no words to describe this past week. We had Foundations of Church Ministry class which was super educational which is probably a good thing because that is why we go to school, to get an education. Anyways we learned things like how the church is run and what our role is in the church and probably the most important lesson was to always go to the bible to see what the bible says. It was sweet. However I am still struggling with the academic part and such things like doing homework.
Also last week was Amy's birthday which was sweet to see some friends, and little Connor Head all grown up. It was also very nice to get away from the stress of school and the usual scenery. I feel like such a suck because every weekend I go home without meaning to but I always feel so stranded in Crofton and its such a hassle to get someone to drive you to and from Duncan so I like staying at home so I can walk home and do homework and be alone. Anyways on Thursday for Amy's birthday we went to Dan Mangan concert at the Garage Showroom (its a sweet place to go to see a concert) we also went to White Spot for dinner which was such a blessing because no offence to the kitchen staff but I'm usually not hungry after I walk into the dining hall. I am a starving college student. Although meals are provided here I am just getting picky and I should just be thankful that I am so blessed to even have people make me food.
I spent the majority of Saturday with Tee and I loved it. I always do enjoy spending time with him. We were getting into the spirit of Christmas by beginning to create a gingerbread house and I also made him a Christmas sweater. This season is my favourite. Today the Kaleo's went to Nanimo to wild play to do the obstacle course in the trees and ten people got picked out of a hat and were able to go bungee jumping. After that happened we went and picked out a Christmas tree it's brilliant because now instead of our hall way smelling of a stench that just makes me want to hurl it now smells of delightful Christmas tree because its oder is so strong it fills the whole building. I am especially excited for this weekends activities because it is the Holman family Christmas party and this year it will be much more different than the past six years or so because my uncle Lorne will actually be attending and I am hoping that he will be able to forgive me dad and accept his love. I am so stoked he will also be bringing the rest of his clan! This is going to be a Christmas to remember for sure. Anyways I will keep you posted on that situation. Its time for bed now.