ignite 'n inspire

       It's been the first several weeks of school but summer camp memories still floating in my head. A story of this one friend popped into my head and I though it was good opportunity to write about this very special friend. I hope you can see the message that you see from this girl is as reason why I continue to serve God's little children.        I remember one day at home, a Thursday, I was prepping for a short devotion (a small bible study) about God and his great love through Jesus. It was a set of bible verses that touched my heart. I decided a bunch of sticky notes and headed to church for another long day working with a group of Grade 3&4s.         During the devotion, I was divided with two girls and a very rowdy boy. In the middle of the hallway, I gave each of them a stickie and told them to write down several people whom they have trouble loving. Then I explained to them the importance of loving becaus...

The Beautiful Atlantic Ocean zillions of mosquitoes bites 15 tourist attractions 10 people 9 days 8 nights 5 provinces 4 hotels 3 states  2 drivers  1 car and that was my summer trip with my family...          This trip meant sitting on a big passenger van for hours but I had a marvelous time with my family and challenging myself. I got to experience and see God's creation while touring around parks and beaches. A lot of the time, I am too busy taking pictures and figuring out what's next in the schedule  I challenged myself for this trip to treasure the moments I spend with my family. Not a lot of people get the opportunity to getaway with those around them. I also told myself to relax and experience nature, without the wifi or a computer. I got to breathe fresh air from Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New Brunswick.           The main goals while having a vacation in the 'The Ma...

    While leading summer camp last week at camp, my campers and I played 'Just Dance 3' on the Wii. It was amazing to dance and sing along to some popular tunes. I was singin' 'Price Tag' by Jessie J. and the lyrics seem to stick to me that entire day...it was the first line of the song, for those who don't remember. Seems like everybody's got a price. And that is exactly how I feel all the time when I hang around people that make brand name seem like EVERYTHING!      Shopping with them is super uncomfortable sometimes because I feel like their priorities are really, really, really materialistic! Here are MY thoughts: We are created unique and aren't judged by the clothes we choose to wear. The price that is on your clothing will be lost one day when God takes you back to heaven. Then, everything from Prada to Coach to Burberry will be G-O-N-E.       So many people believe that we can spend money on upgrading ourselves through our clothes and a...

      Throughout this week, I have been really reflecting about my school year and to be truthful, I've definitely learnt a lot about myself. I learned that I am not 'that' smart. After trying multiple times to make cookies myself, I have always screwed up. After my fifth time, I called it quits because I am starting to think that God doesn't like it when I  bake.        On the other hand, my cooking has been improving, I've learnt so many dishes and soups...        After some reflection, I've realized that sometimes I can't be good at everything. If I can't bake, I should try to cook and specialize my strengths. Why do I have to force myself to continue making cookies, desserts and brownies...        I challenge those who read my blog to find your strengths and weaknesses. You can't be good at everything but take your strengths and use that to make an important impact on Planet Earth. You are put in your...

charismatic-  /ˌkarizˈmatik/  having an extraodinairy power and appeal of personality if you have this tiny dose of vanilla extract in you, remember to thank God for it! ~ch

Time is an important factor to a lot of people's lives. People are on schedules everyday whether they are working as doctors or lawyers, teachers or factory workers. For young adults, they go to classes with timetables. Many people in this world are always asking why God simply created 24 hours, a bunch of time zones and 365 days in a year. During a chat on Friday with a group of friends, they reminded me that there is a time for every little thing [up and downs], but ultimately, we are in charge of how we spend it.  If you've read my last post, 'shocked,  sad,  tragic', I quoted that 'Life is precious...' , so I question everyone who reads my blog, are we making the most out of every single second, minute, hour?  Recently, Cory Monteith and Talia Joy, two great celebrities that I love passed away. I thought to myself what my legacy would be if God brought me back to heaven tomorrow.  So, on a final note, I just wanted to share a passage of Scripture fro...

#glee#prayforlea#shocked#tragic#sad    My favourite Glee star Cory just passed away......all over Youtube are comments that are so meaningful, one that struck me read...         Glee lost an idol         A lover lost her heart         Music lost a voice         Heaven welcomed an angel i just hope that everyone out there can be reminded that life is precious...and we must remember to thank the Lord each day for those around you... The last song that Rachel Berry sang on Glee was a Celine Dion song called To Love You More . This song means a little more to everyone today because a wonderful actor left for heaven yesterday. i just want to share some of the [amazing] lyrics to you "I'll be waiting for you  Here inside my heart  I'm the one who wants to love you more  You will see I can give you  Everything you need  Let me be the one to love you more"  God B...