This weekend

Friday night I went up to Mt. Adams with some friends. I wanted to go to City View because, well, it has a great view of the city. Apparently the Cincinnati Reds knew ahead of time that I would be there, because they planned a fireworks show for after the game. So we were able to see fireworks going off over the city. Jackpot.

Saturday afternoon I went out to my parents for a British Invasion party. I wasn't sure how I'd handle saying goodbye to everyone but it was a great time. It was a little overwhelming but I'm excited about going so things went well - very little crying involved. It was great to see some friends and family from out of town, and of course all the friends and family that are in town, too. Thanks to everyone for coming out, I hope you enjoyed the chocolate bread pudding as much as I did :)

Sunday I slept in, maybe for the last time if I have to start going to church on Sunday mornings again. I'll have to look for a church that meets at night. Then I went to my grandma's for my "last supper" and took a nap in my favorite lawn chair at Mom and Dad's.

Last, but not least, tonight was my last night at Echo (in this case crying was involved). If you've read my blog you know about Echo Church. I can tell you the whole story sometime but the start of Echo Church was one big reminder to me of God's faithfulness. I love it when I can look back over time and see how God was working out his plan, all the while I'm just dawdling along wondering what is going on. I lean on these stories when times are hard and I can't see God working, just like God told the Israelites to pass down the story of the exodus so they would remember God's faithfulness. Anyway, Echo is the best church family I could ask for and I can only pray to find a community like it in London. I never thought I would be leaving so soon but I'll be back (you can't get rid of me that easily). I'll be praying for the re-launch and it will break my heart not to be there in person but I'll be there in spirit...and I'll listen to the podcast! Thank you to everyone for an amazing year, I love you all. It's been a joy getting to know you all and I know God has things beyond our imagination in store for Echo and for this city.