Details, details...

Everything seems to be coming together. I'm fighting the procrastinating side of myself that just wants to hang out and pack everything the night before I leave. It's going to take a bit more organization than that I'm afraid. My car situation is halfway solved. I have agreed to purchase Andrew and Crystals Subaru Outback station wagon. I think I'll call it "The Chick Magnet" because it so isn't. Once again the practical side is winning out in this decision. It will be a great car to take my stuff out in and I'll be able to haul youth around to random youth events. The housing situation is looking up due to the kindness and generosity of a couple from the church who have offered me some temporary housing until I get my feet under me.

The trip details are working themselves out as well. I only have to snag one hotel room (in St. Louis) as I have been able to line up places to crash er... sleep around Denver and Phoenix with help from some good friends. It's getting closer. Thankfully I won't be making the trip alone. My dad will be traveling out with me. It actually worked out perfectly. The plant that he works at (He's a machinist) has a mandatory shut down for two weeks over the summer. The shut down just happened to line up with my trip plans, so he's joining the adventure.

There are still a bunch of details that I need to figure out in relation to the move. I'm sure I won't hit all of them but I'm trying to relax and remember that eventually they will get taken care of. It's all good. I'm excited to go, sad to leave, and anxious (in a good way) to see what God has in store next.

2 weeks left.

Baptism

I was baptized (sprinkled) when I was 11 years old but truth be told I only did it because my friend did and I had no real concept of what I was doing or even what it really meant. So for a long time I have wanted to be baptized for real. I mean full on immersion, because the symbolism involved is so profound and deep. Due to recent events in my life, both real world and spiritual I felt like this was something that I needed to do so I finally stepped up to the plate and went for it. I have posted the pictures that were available and honestly I'm making some pretty ridiculous faces. So just know that it was an amazing time. The man on the right in the white shirt and glasses is my father and it was extra special to have him be a part of this event. My family and some friends were present and it was a joyful celebration of what God is doing in me and with in my family. When I get my hands on the video I will post that as well. Obedience is a good thing. Though initially it may hurt or at least seem to hurt in the end it is worth it. Enjoy the pictures.