Dreaming of a White Christmas?

Dreams...

What are they?

How many of us have been dreaming for snow this Christmas,

But now we have it, do we really want it?

A dream is something you think you need, 

or something you think will make life better.

In this case has the snow made life better,

or is it more hassle then the dream is worth, confused? 

Basically we spend so long wishing and thinking about dreams,

But when they are eventually granted do we really appreciate them?

I guess what I'm trying to say is

be careful what you dream about, dreams are unique. 

They are something you should spend your whole life waiting for or trying to achieve, 

maybe then we will start to appreciate the true understanding of a dream.

Just a thought...

Goodnight

L x

Revolution...

Hey Guys, Sorry it's been a while. 

Been really busy with work etc.. You know how it is!

Been really well, a lot better anyway... met some great people lately, 

friends I will definitely have for life and thats always reassuring.

Anyway, this blog is about Selkirk church...

Carla and I (Rwanda buds) went together, after having a lovely tea. 

It was so moving, I loved how involved I felt. 

It is completely different to the church environment I'm used to:

- Greeted by a hot coffee

- Introduced by a great band

- Worship led by a great leader

- Great people and good conversations

I loved the fact that I was left my own time and prayers to

think about my personal thoughts rather than just being spoken to.

I'm not gonna do into it too much but I really enjoyed it

and I hope I can find someway to make it back every week.

Seeing Carla and her wonderful family has only made Rwanda

seem even closer and make it seem real. Its amazing to think that in just

 over 6 weeks I will be in Africa...

I can't wait!

Thanks to everyone who helped make it a good night :)

Will try and update this a bit more often now...

xXx

Pink Floyd

From the lyrics of Pink Floyd:

'All in all your just another brick in the wall'

Are we all the same...

are any of us special...

what makes us different?

The majority of us are born the same,

with equal rights, equal opportunities 

and an equal chance of success...

but our interests and views are what

make us difference from one another.

Always believe in yourself and follow your dreams,

if you achieve all your dreams..

make new ones!

Life is to short 

live it to the full

make the most of it

appreciate every minute

and be yourself...be different.

To Conclude, 

Don't be just another brick in a wall of many.

Miracles...

Miracle - What exactly is a miracle?

A miracle could be a range of many things:

a sunny day in Scotland?

a cure for Cancer?

a new born baby or

Raising £1,800 in under 2 months!

The real miracle here is how kind people have been,

Whether my closest friend, a charitable trust or a complete stranger

Everyone has been so generous.

You guys are the miracle because without all your support

and donations this would not have been possible. 

I personally think that the Youth With a Mission Base 

is a miracle in itself, it is made up of hardworking,

dedicated, caring and passionate volunteers who are 

not paid for any of their work. They work to help others

and rarely ever think about themselves. They have changed 

lives, they provide both mental and physical support for

anyone who needs it, regardless of their circumstances. 

Here's hoping I can assist in this miracle...

'Friendship, Friendship'

Here I am, home from work, writing my blog

Today was a pretty average day, I got up,
had a driving lesson, spent sometime on here and then went to work.

Working 5 hours with anyone else involved
 facing up,deliveries, silence and actual working

However, working 5 hours with Jamie involved
serving an occasional customer, facing up (it's not an option)
and reading the magazines, especially the ones with

 Cheryl Cole's face on the front (or just anything to do with X Factor really!)

I love it, get on really well, feel like I've known him for years
 - what a laugh!

This made me realise how amazing my friends are,

 whether it's from my girls here to people at Uni in Aberdeen,

 Dundee, Glasgow, Edinburgh or all the way to Carla in Rwanda.

I have had some amazing times with you guys:

Opera

Lee Evans

JustDance!

Rhythm of life

Sandwiches

Being drooled on

Glenisla

Sand Pits

"Romaannnce"

Camping

Lesbian Lisa

Christop-her

George

Strawberry laces

The Claw!

Sausage Surprise

Carol & Linda

Nights out in Gala

Jubbly Ice lollies

Choir Times

Road trips

Newspapers

Raw Egg

Skips

Co-op

Garth Brooks

Chocolate Sauce

Those involved will completely understand,

 for those who aren't I apologise - will explain later!

Real friends are people you know you can rely on,

people who you know if you phone them and say i need you - they will be there

people who you can loose contact with for weeks but you know

 if you phoned them now, it would be like you spoke everyday.

I have those people, I am blessed with a lot of them.

Some I have been friends with for years

Some I have been friends with for months

Some I have only known for a few days...

But friends are friends regardless of the time period

You know who you are, and I'm always here for you

Just as you have been for me

 Thanks Guys! :)

Dream Come True

So here we are:

1 flight booked

2 months passed

5 vaccinations later

200 leaflets printed

& £1800 closer to

Kigali, Rwanda.

It's flown past, luckily.

As i sat yesterday admiring the views on the

Golspie-Melrose route I was thinking

Just how kind people have been,

just how blessed I am to be given this opportunity

and just how much of a difference i could make.

Everyone has been so kind,

Someone said it's because they feel bad for

 not doing something like this themselves,

I want everyone who has donated money to me

to know that I am doing this on behalf of them

and without their contribution It would not be possible.

Although you are not physically doing it,

remember it would not have happened if it wasn't for you.

The idea that i could go to Rwanda

has eventually turned into a reality!

In 72 days I will be in Kigali,

Living a very basic African life

with families suffering from HIV

with children who need an education

with children without parents because of Aids

and with people who genuinely need and want my help.

I hope I can make a difference

To tick one dream of my list...

 (My Photos from the Car Journey)

'Unanswered Prayers'

Garth Brooks is a fantastic artist and a big hit in our family

His lyrics are very inspirational and moving but there is

one song in particular that I love.

 It's called Unanswered prayers:

"Sometimes I thank God for unanswered prayers
Remember when you're talkin' to the man upstairs
That just because he doesn't answer doesn't mean he don't care
Some of God's greatest gifts are unanswered prayers"

So basically, at one moment in your life

 something may seem like it's 

the only thing you need,

the one thing you want,

and your absolute everything

but it most likely isn't....

God may decide that it's not whats best for you

and although it seems like the only way out,

there are better opportunities and options still to come.

Never give up or settle for the comfortable options,

you can always challenge yourself

and there is always a reason for life's routes.

"I guess the Lord knows what he's doin' after all"