Settled in

In hindsight, I realize that the Lord really does provide the best for us.  Reminds me of the verse, Matthew 7:11, 'how much more will your Father who is in the heavens give good things to those who ask Him'.  And I'm not just talking about the outward environment, but more importantly, He prepares us situations for our inner being to be open, making us desperate for Him, and experiences to work Himself into our vessels.  

The transition to Victoria hasn't been too bad, since I've had a full-time job and I've lived on my own before.  This lifestyle really allows me to have more personal time with the Lord.  At work, we deal with many clients who have been injured and are going through extensive rehab, and some of their attitudes are that they are just thankful for another day of being alive.  They are happy just to be able to walk and carry out normal daily activities.  It really puts things into perspective.  Every day, I want to go on my knees and thank the Lord for another day of breath, another day to experience and enjoy more of Him.

One of my favourite things about the place I live is that I'm literally across the street from a fitness centre/pool/basketball court, so I'm there pretty much every day (see photos above).  It's my second home, haha.  Starting to get into swimming with hopes to do a triathlon one day..

Also, this past weekend Jerry slept over and we played basketball, prepared for the prophesying meeting, toured Victoria and had some good fellowship during the night.  Praise the Lord for companions.

Chinatown entrance

And our meeting continues to get smaller, but praise the Lord it is still so enjoyable!  I really enjoyed hymn #499, 'all that I am came to an end, and all of Christ is all to me!'

Cindy's family is moving back to China, so it was their last meeting in Victoria :(

This painting was supposed to have a 3-D effect.  Do you see it?? 

Anyway, I can't believe I'm already in my fourth week in Victoria.  Time flies.  Hope to see you soon when I visit during the long weekend!!