Missing Manila, Enjoying America

In the next two weeks, my friends from around the world will gather at our Every Nation 2010 conference in Manila. And I still can't believe I won't be there, because I now live in America. So here's what I would do if I were there:

5. I would visit my favorite salon, get a manicure and pedicure, go to the spa and treat myself. I would also eat in some of my favorite restaurants while doing #4, #3, #2, and #1.

4. Visit the youth services I used to go to, and even the new one that started since I left. I miss my youth friends, my small group, and even Galleria!

3. Visit the Fort, and meet everyone I used to work with, including the security guards who always saluted with a smile.

2. Hang out with all my friends! You know who you are . . . and you know I miss you! Watch movies, eat, take road trips, talk inside cars for a long time, have coffee together . . .

1. Spend time with my family--my dad, brother, sister-in-law and adorable niece.


But here's how I am enjoying now:

5. Having extra time to read, enjoy, and slow down after work, and celebrating weekends.

4. I love being in new places and discovering new things, and I am still in the "Discover Nashville" phase, I think.

3. Serving in Bethel, and reaching a city to touch the world! I am enjoying developing new friendships here and serving with the youth.

2. Spending time with the other half of my family in this part of the world.

1. Being spoiled by my mom, who is visiting!


I may not have what I want, but I do have what I need. I said to the LORD, "You are my Lord; apart from you I have no good thing." (Psalm 16:2)