Send me...I will go (Take 2!)

I'm leaving today.

As I was packing my bags this morning and double checking for the last time, I spontaneously typed a text message and sent it to everyone (basically saying that I'm gonna leave this afternoon but I'll drop by at NIA so if anyone can come to say goodbye that would be great). Idk, I guess I just wanted to have a proper farewell before I leave for good.

This wouldn't have been an issue if it were not for the strong typhoon that's currently bearing down on our city. Because then, the Sunday worship service wouldn't have been cancelled and I can see everyone anyway. But as it was, the morning service was cancelled and I was left with no choice but to try if some people can still come despite the strong rains/winds.

I don't know what people expected (food? haha sorry guys) but what I was thinking was just to see them and then say goodbye and then go and wait for the bus. xD But it soon became apparent (to Edjan, at least) that there's a need for a more organized 'farewell' so he kinda just announced on the spot some sort of programme. xD And he's now the self-proclaimed emcee. Okay then.

1...2....3...pose!

So as the strong winds and rain raged outside, everyone who came settled down in the kitchen. The whole time everyone was talking about their first impressions of and memorable experiences with me, I was actually trying hard not to internalize everything lest I end up crying. But I really appreciate you guys: Debby (thanks for the gifts), Lady (thanks for the shirt), Joel (you need a new dogtag now hehe), Ron (for that closing message), Sam (I still have your 'visa'), Dave (you'll get over that 'trauma' eventually), Dan (who was sick but still came), Josh (did u really cry?hehe), Edj (for the many reminders re learning bicycle and drums), Haj (for being ever supportive), Junex (for that sweet message, thanks bro) and Jaden (for the nice surprise of just being there).

What can I say, God is indeed FAITHFUL, especially in fulfilling His promises.

The ride was not easy. But it's all for His glory (my faith's maturity is only a bonus).

You will go out in joy
    and be led forth in peace;
the mountains and hills
    will burst into song before you,
and all the trees of the field
    will clap their hands.
13 Instead of the thornbush will grow the juniper,
    and instead of briers the myrtle will grow.
This will be for the Lord’s renown,
    for an everlasting sign,
    that will endure forever.”
- Isaiah 55:12-13

Now, off to my new mission...