This week was a mix of emotions, I wanted to cry more than anything else. Sarnia got packing snow which allowed my friends to go sledding. It was cold and I had so much fun, even went to both services to church that day. That day I lost my very expensive pairing knife and the very next day I realised that my camera was broken. I also found out that my documents that I posted in the States to process my university application never arrived to the destination I needed it to go to. What a week!!
God has a way of showing me He is God inspite of me being a horrid child sometimes. I remembered I got a Visa gift card so I can put that towards my camera without digging too deep in my pocket. He also reminded me that my camera is 6 years old and I need a new one...5.0 megapixle...yeah that's old.
And a knife, it just gives me a reason to get a new one that is just as good. I need to stop holding onto the material things and stop stressing about things that can be replaced even when on a tight budget. I think God wanted me to see that in spite of my bad mood that there is always good to come out of it. And I just needed to blog that so I would not forget
Saturday, February 4, 2012
Saturday, October 15, 2011
I'm in college alright
I have just finished my 6th week of college and I do not miss home. its strange not being with parents for so long but I know I will see them soon as this time will fly. Living on dorms definitely comes with its challenges but God answers prayers at the right time. My church is amazing and I love the young adult group.
Its amazing how God has brought us together. All of us joined at the same time and were all praying for the same thing, that God would send us friends our age and so He did.
In school I have been doing well in my classes. My mid terms are coming up soon and I am planning on going Montreal for my field study next year. Costa Rica sounds amazing but I'm gonna let that go. I am so excited for this trip as I get to see another part of Canada.
I had my very first thanksgiving by my family in Mississauga and really enjoyed turkey. Odd because I never liked turkey before that.
I am now feeling what Autumn feels like. The colours are amazing!!! I love God's creation. I also visited my first pumpkin patch!!!
It is definitely an experience. One to cherish and one to build my faith.
Its amazing how God has brought us together. All of us joined at the same time and were all praying for the same thing, that God would send us friends our age and so He did.
In school I have been doing well in my classes. My mid terms are coming up soon and I am planning on going Montreal for my field study next year. Costa Rica sounds amazing but I'm gonna let that go. I am so excited for this trip as I get to see another part of Canada.
I had my very first thanksgiving by my family in Mississauga and really enjoyed turkey. Odd because I never liked turkey before that.
I am now feeling what Autumn feels like. The colours are amazing!!! I love God's creation. I also visited my first pumpkin patch!!!
It is definitely an experience. One to cherish and one to build my faith.
Wednesday, September 7, 2011
I am in the cold!!!
I arrived in Canada safely. First time I actually did not sleep on the plane nor for the three hour drive to school from the airport. I met my mom's cousin who brought me sweat shirts for which I am thankful. It is unusually cold this time of year even for canadians. I am so cold since I came here.
My room is large enough and i have a room mate from back home who I know so it is good. the staff here is really helpful and I am still getting my time table sorted out. i spoke to my sister and mother on skype so I was tankful. Since my phone is on roam there is no incoming calls for me, hopefully. I still have to unpack...
While I was home I was praying that God would send people that I need and sure enough I got it right across the hall. And one of the guys is church of God :)
I have to buy a few things still...winter boots is one of them. going shopping soon
My room is large enough and i have a room mate from back home who I know so it is good. the staff here is really helpful and I am still getting my time table sorted out. i spoke to my sister and mother on skype so I was tankful. Since my phone is on roam there is no incoming calls for me, hopefully. I still have to unpack...
While I was home I was praying that God would send people that I need and sure enough I got it right across the hall. And one of the guys is church of God :)
I have to buy a few things still...winter boots is one of them. going shopping soon
Monday, August 8, 2011
I'm going to Canada :)
I am going to Canada to study for 8 months. I leave in three weeks!!! ahhhhhh im so excited beyond measure. Today I got my visa and have been email the necessary people so that everything can be take care of especially with my flight.
I always had a desire to study abroad but knowing the cost of a foreign university is a financial cost I would never ask my parents to bear so instead God decides to give me the desire of my heart because I have been faithful to Him. I remember when I read the email of my acceptance and approval of the scholarship I was in shock; I did not know whether to cry, laugh or jump. I knew i started saying Thank you Jesus. I didn't even worry whether I would get my visa, I had this assurance I would.
I sometimes still cannot believe it. I have some very key people praying for me. I have to start packing and organsing everything so I should make a list. I know the next three weeks are going to fly by so fast.
still in awe at God's awesome power... I got a full scholarship
I always had a desire to study abroad but knowing the cost of a foreign university is a financial cost I would never ask my parents to bear so instead God decides to give me the desire of my heart because I have been faithful to Him. I remember when I read the email of my acceptance and approval of the scholarship I was in shock; I did not know whether to cry, laugh or jump. I knew i started saying Thank you Jesus. I didn't even worry whether I would get my visa, I had this assurance I would.
I sometimes still cannot believe it. I have some very key people praying for me. I have to start packing and organsing everything so I should make a list. I know the next three weeks are going to fly by so fast.
still in awe at God's awesome power... I got a full scholarship
Tuesday, June 21, 2011
end of year one
I cannot beleive how quickly a semester finshed and not much posting here. I am not too good with keeping up with journals whether it is online or otherwise. I got 4 A 3 B+ and 1 B for this semester. Not bad at all. So my GPA is in the honor roll. my goal is to maintain that or increase. I know it is possible because of who I serve.
this semester didnt come without its challenges. at the beginning of the semester I was challenged to give God my time first, to stay focused. Matthew 6:33 became so alive to me this year. When we seek Him first His righteousness and all these things shall be added unto you;and so it was added. I gave God my time, it belongs to Him anyways and He is surely no man's debtor. I got back all my time for study and did even better this semester than the last one. God really does care about me and every aspect of my life.
I am seeking Him. I am quite happy with where I am now. i feel as though I understand a lot more things better. I was youth of the month of may and got 6 new books. I got one last month and one is in the mail.... so yes I am quite happy.My love for the word and spiritual knowledge is increasing and I want so much more of Jesus.
Im just seeking God right now... waiting for Him to move me.
this semester didnt come without its challenges. at the beginning of the semester I was challenged to give God my time first, to stay focused. Matthew 6:33 became so alive to me this year. When we seek Him first His righteousness and all these things shall be added unto you;and so it was added. I gave God my time, it belongs to Him anyways and He is surely no man's debtor. I got back all my time for study and did even better this semester than the last one. God really does care about me and every aspect of my life.
I am seeking Him. I am quite happy with where I am now. i feel as though I understand a lot more things better. I was youth of the month of may and got 6 new books. I got one last month and one is in the mail.... so yes I am quite happy.My love for the word and spiritual knowledge is increasing and I want so much more of Jesus.
Im just seeking God right now... waiting for Him to move me.
Thursday, May 12, 2011
God really loves me
This semester is officially over with classes,I just have exams to write then another semester begins with internship. After July 1st I'm free to go back to work and make some money. So this semester has been brutal and too short to get everything done. Culinary was by far the hardest but it is where I had the most improvement. I felt so proud when Chef Thomas told me that you are doing so well Sarita, I've seen so much improvement from you. Every class we are graded based on performance, so i was really thrilled.
There were exams I was unsure of, but when I got back all my mid semester papers I realised that I have some of the highest grades. I think I would get some really good recommendation after I leave school.
Currently I'm waiting results for other school prospects. Not worried or nervous at all.
This semester as hectic as it was I actually was able to handle everything. God said to me give me your time first and I will give it back to you. So i challenged Him with it and guess what? He proved himself (not that i expected anything else)
ok back to studying for finals :)I expect A's and B's nothing lower
There were exams I was unsure of, but when I got back all my mid semester papers I realised that I have some of the highest grades. I think I would get some really good recommendation after I leave school.
Currently I'm waiting results for other school prospects. Not worried or nervous at all.
This semester as hectic as it was I actually was able to handle everything. God said to me give me your time first and I will give it back to you. So i challenged Him with it and guess what? He proved himself (not that i expected anything else)
ok back to studying for finals :)I expect A's and B's nothing lower
Wednesday, April 13, 2011
rainbows always comes after the storm
This month started off to be really difficult. My mood just changed... and not for the better. I am definitely drawing closer to God, finding my place in Him, learning to sit at his feet and not be a "Martha".
I have been so tired lately, going to bed wee hours of the morning and starting soon after, then came allergy season with the itchy eyes, stuffy sore nose, you name it...i get it... since when I was allergic... God alone knows. Then my classmates are quite the handful so that made things a bit worse. I felt like I was burning bridges with some people. I barely talk to my classmates...all they do is gossip and drag people in the mud. I cannot stand that.
I've been getting a lot of problems in culinary this semster...it proved to be a challenge with my cuts, my knives and even time management. Today we did meats:veal, pork, beef and lamb... the only thing I ever made was lamb. My lecturer told me that i made the best pork chop in the class and he wanted to see what I would come up with. He also said that I have improved drastically in class... that totally made my day and changed my mood entirely.
While some things I am continually laying at the feet of Jesus, He is definitely granting me favour, which means I am doing something right...
In youths we are learning how to defeat sin... very powerful messages that will stay with me forever. We have been growing in number and in spirit... I join my youth leader every tuesday for the youth group and I look forward with great expectation
I have been so tired lately, going to bed wee hours of the morning and starting soon after, then came allergy season with the itchy eyes, stuffy sore nose, you name it...i get it... since when I was allergic... God alone knows. Then my classmates are quite the handful so that made things a bit worse. I felt like I was burning bridges with some people. I barely talk to my classmates...all they do is gossip and drag people in the mud. I cannot stand that.
I've been getting a lot of problems in culinary this semster...it proved to be a challenge with my cuts, my knives and even time management. Today we did meats:veal, pork, beef and lamb... the only thing I ever made was lamb. My lecturer told me that i made the best pork chop in the class and he wanted to see what I would come up with. He also said that I have improved drastically in class... that totally made my day and changed my mood entirely.
While some things I am continually laying at the feet of Jesus, He is definitely granting me favour, which means I am doing something right...
In youths we are learning how to defeat sin... very powerful messages that will stay with me forever. We have been growing in number and in spirit... I join my youth leader every tuesday for the youth group and I look forward with great expectation
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