I stand now with a closed door behind me and an open door in front of me. This summer has been beyond amazing. Looking back at the plans I had for my summer, I wonder how much of this I would have missed out on. If I had stayed on the coast, gotten a job and not moved, I would not have been able to volunteer at camp, hang out with my family, or meet some of the great people I have met. What a blessing it is to have a Lord who knows me better than I do.
This week was full of blessing. I didn't know if I was coming back to camp, but I did. I didn't know if I would have the mental strength to pour into those girls, but I did. All by the strength of the Lord.
My two cousins, who I have seen only twice in the past three years, were campers this week. It was really great to be able to hang out with them and get to know them again. I had so much fun hanging out with them.
On Wednesday, something incredible happened. 7 of my girls individually decided to give their lives to Jesus. We stayed up very late having individual conversations about their decision and I got the chance to mentor them in their future walk with the Lord. It was such an amazing night and I saw life transformations happen. So if you would pray with me that as each of these girls go home, they will have mature Christians come alongside them and they will stand bold and strong in their decision.
At camp, I have also met some great staff whose devotion to the Lord is evident. It was such a joy to get to know them and serve with them. I only hope now that these relationships will not end with camp.
I would also like to ask for prayer for myself in planning my trip. The departure date is getting closer as I plan to leave in 2 weeks.
Thank you all for your prayer. I have been so blessed to have so many great people behind me and supporting me in the ways the Lord calls them to. Thank you all.

Well another week has gone by at camp and the Lord worked in amazing ways. He showed himself powerful when I felt oh so overwhelmed and exhausted. On the last morning of camp, I was exhausted, little sleep and a lot of activity was wearing off on me. I cried out to the Lord saying, "God, I am not getting through to these girls! How can I make a difference?" Well. He was working far more than I ever was. And boy did he show me. We were doing cabin devotions when one girl asked me how someone would ask Jesus into their heart. That got all of their attention. I then explained to them that first they had to realize that they are sinners and they cannot get to heaven on their own, then they need to believe that Jesus paid the price for them and then make the choice to follow him with their life. This time, something broke. Each and every girl in the cabin accepted Jesus into their life. All 7 of them! The cabin was then filled with laughter, huge smiles and a big group hug. We are now all sisters. After that I got the opportunity to share with them about what it means to follow Jesus forever. If you could join with me in praying that these seeds fell on fertile soil and they will continue to grow and hunger to learn more about this amazing God we serve that would be super. The Lord really taught me that he is strong even when I am weak. If I am giving my all for Him, he will do amazing things in the lives of those I am trying to reach.
Another answer to prayer happened today. My family and friends pulled together and made the garage sale happen. It was a huge success! We managed to raise just over $1000! And more is still coming! The Lord provides. I also found out that because of my Visa, I can leave as soon as my support is raised. So, I may be able to leave on the date that I have been shooting for: mid-september. God is good.
Thankyou for your prayer.

This past week and a half has been filled with many great adventures. First, being a part of a great friend's wedding. It was a beautiful event, and I am so happy for her and her new husband.
This summer, God has been teaching me to trust him in the area of finances. At first, I worked my butt off in town in order that I may contribute in sending myself, financially, to Bolivia. After about a month,however, I really felt him pulling me to volunteer at a local Bible Camp called Lake of the Trees. At first I was a little anxious- How would I ever raise enough money when I am away? Not only that, but how would I ever get all the preparations done? Well the Lord knows. And he knew. This is my preparation. It has been such a great joy to me being at LOTT. I am continually giving my time up to him. If my life is his, then my time is also. I have learned so much being at LOTT. Being a leader and role model to these children is a joy beyond words. I know now where my passion lies and I can see that he wants me in Bolivia in order that I may use the passion and gifting he gave me to work with the children there. The children that are hurting, the ones who long for a good role model and long for the love of Christ. I have started to understand why the Lord loves the innocence of the children. Children are indeed a precious gift to the world.
I know the Lord will provide my every need. He will not call me to something and not prepare me in every way for it.
This coming weekend, I am holding a giant garage sale. All the money that is given is going towards Bolivia. I was so encouraged to see many people from the community and my family give their stuff or their time in order to see this be a successful event. God is good. We now have 100s of dollars worth of stuff (only about half of it ours) and my entire extended family living in 100 mile is coming out this next friday and saterday to help with the garage sale. The Lord provides eh? What a great God we serve. It is amazing that he loves us so much.