First Week Synopsis

6/18
I've now been in Colorado for a week. The first week went really well. There were definitely some last minute things we had to do and some other things that came up, But it's been awesome seeing everyone work together to make it happen. I've been blessed with a great team! This week I've learned so much. I think I finally have a full grasp on
what all my job consists of. I've met so many people in a week and it's been awesome to talk to some of the leaders and to be encouraged and to encourage. All week I've been on call for any problems people had, I've made sure everyone has what they need, and I've set up and overseen the prayer room. I've done so many other things as well and I love every moment of it. It's been exhausting though as well but God has given me strength and energy to make it through. Ive seen so many incredible things happen in the lives of students this week. The students have used the prayer room a bunch and I am overwhelmed by the number of people that went through it during the week at some point. God has been working in my heart as well. I look
at what He is doing in my life and I am just beyond words. I see all He has done and it makes me so excited for what He is still going to do! Today we went hiking and it was just beautiful. We saw some falls and the canyons, had a picnic, and stopped at a few other neat places. It was a really fun day however I'm exhausted! I am running low on energy and my stress level is high. There is a lot to do before the next group comes as well as homework and sleep would be wonderful! But I'm
beyond grateful for the opportunity I have to be here and the people I've gotten to know. I'm so excited for the rest of the summer! It's hard not having any time to talk to family or friends, I really do miss everyone but there hasn't been much time for phone calls. It's tough because staying in contact is so important to me and over the past year God's really taught me the importance of balance and being all in wherever I'm at. He's shown me that sometimes best friends aren't
people you have to talk to everyday but when you do have a chance to talk to them you know you can start right where you left off. They are people who you lift up in prayer and who lift you up in prayer. They are there for you when you need them and you are there for them. But they understand you And support you in your goals and busy schedules. It’s a growth process and a journey that God has taken me on!

The joys of summer

Another week in the office down and only 3 days until my team leaves
for Colorado! This past week was very busy, but it was great. We had
training for customer service and have started housing for the events.
3 out of 4 trucks have been loaded and are headed to their locations.
We have been able to see some of the videos and programs that are part
of the event. It's all coming together and in less than a week we will
be setting up for our first week!!

The people I work with are all so sweet And it's been so fun getting
to know them. It will be wierd to all split up into our teams for the
summer, but coming back together at the end will be awesome!

This weekend has been random but full of fun. Yesterday part of the
group went to Lamberts. Then we stopped at a
souvenir shop on the side of the road. From there our trip got more
random. We went to the Precious Moments Chapel. It was so pretty and a
great addition to the day! If you can't tell, fitting homework in has
been a challenge! I have tried to work on my paper when I get the
chance. It's coming!

I still miss my family and friends, but this week I have found so much
joy and have been able to get to know some of the people here. It's
been so good and God has shown me so much already. I'm so thankful for
the opportunity I have his summer to work for CIY, I can't imagine
this summer any other way. I do miss everyone from school, but it just makes
me more excited to see them in the fall. Plus, being away doesn't mean we have to totally
be separated. I've gotten to spend some time with my friend who lives her and
then last weekend some of my friends were in town and we were able to hang out.
It's been awesome to catch up with others on the phone or to get mail.
I love you all and think of you often. I am praying for each of you and all you are doing
this summer!