LASYC Friends!
This past summer, I had a blast with some of my LASYC buds…some of the most incredible friends I could ask for! Here are some pics of some of our crazy times 
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Can You Say Fun?!
When Louisiana Allstate Youth Choir hit Miami, it was definitely full speed ahead! In between gigs, we had some time off to enjoy the amazing Miami skyline and a boat tour of this beautiful city.
And just when we thought it couldn’t get any more incredible, we landed on the beach. That’s right, all 40 of us traipsed off the tour bus and onto the warm sands to enjoy the crisp ocean air and surf. Some of us couldn’t wait to jump into the water, and quickly found out that it was deceptively cold! A few of us girls could not wait to build our sand castle!
We thought it turned out pretty cool, especially after we raised the flag made out of a dental flosser and a post-it note. We all took time out for a group picture. Just about the time we were ready to take the picture, a HUGE wave hit us!
Well, here’s our final farewell to Miami! See ya on the tour bus!
2010 Family Night
At right about 7 p.m. on a hot July night, I walked over to the Tioga tabernacle with my family. It was Family Night at Louisiana Camp Meeting. Chronicling the life of his father, Pastor Anthony Mangun shared legendary points for us to mirror. Keep the heart fixed on God. Love and read the Word. Love and help others. PRAY, and a few more. The passionate message was a life-changing masterpiece and continues to challenge me to “press toward the mark“. Philippians 3:14 “I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus.”
While in Nash…
While in Nashville (shall I say while a brisk chill was still in the air), my mom and I had a wonderful dinner and visit with the most amazing mandolin player. Such a great friend and musical genius, Adam Clark is currently touring with his brothers (Sons of Sylvia) and Carrie Underwood. So glad I got to take a break from the studio and spend some time catching up on all his musical success!
The GRAND Canyon
When I was four years old, my family, along with the Bible quiz team, made a trip to Fresno, California to participate in a tournament. To make the most of the trip, we took advantage of all of the sights. On the way, we spent some extra time in Arizona to see the Grand Canyon.
Even though I was very young, I do remember this stop. And, to help me out, we have some video footage that I occasionally watch. Then there is the picture that was taken of my sister and me sitting on a rock overlooking the canyon. As best I can tell, although the splendor of it is indescribable, the canyon is somewhat of a void. Carved out, a hole if you will, the canyon’s magnificence still holds a beauty that nothing else has. Looking over mountainous rocks, one can get glimpses of the river running through the canyon. I am sure to enjoy the canyon at its fullest, one has to hike down one of the trails (which would take time and much energy). Fear probably lurks in the mind of some, hindering the desire to get closer to the canyon walls. But to get that up-close appreciation of what the canyon brings to the table in the realm of creative design, one would have to make the effort.
Recently, I have been reflective about this whole canyon scene…especially when I see canyons being carved out in people. Holes in the heart, if you will, being dug by betrayal, rejection, and abandonment. People just watch from their perch on some lofty overhang, oohing and aahing. Laughing and gazing, it is as if they are enjoying the void that someone else is experiencing. But for those that take the time to get closer, upon examination, they will discover the beauty that is deep within. The river of life may be flowing through the grand canyon that has been formed through the hurt and pain of the heart. If you have a canyon (a void, an emptiness), or if one is being formed in you right now, just allow Jesus Christ to complete the work! It will be an artful masterpiece. Colossians 2:10 “And ye are complete in him, which is the head of all principality and power:”
2010 Louisiana District Youth Camp
Here are some pics from iLife - 2010 Louisiana District Youth Camp!
Back Home…
It feels a bit weird not to have reached into my suitcase this morning to find something to wear. After about three months of traveling, I am back home for a few days. Maggie (my sister’s schnoodle-that’s part poodle and part schnauzer) and I have reconnected. I have actually viewed facebook from my laptop instead of my phone. I made a batch of brownies at midnight. I slept till 11 today. Outside, nothing much has changed…good ole Louisiana heat and humidity coupled with a shower of rain. Yes indeed, it’s great to be back home…but not for long…I’m dreaming of Gatlinburg with a stopover in Franklin to eat at Dotson’s!
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