That was a beautiful day. I'm so happy we get to share in new beginnings! It was great to have you as our first house guest.

This has been a time of new beginnings. When yesterday has lain its head to rest, then today shall awake tomorrow. It has been nearly a month since Cori and Ed had me to their new home ... their first day there. i got to move a box in and was even able to use their new lawn mower and add to the winding paths cut through the lawn. It was a beautiful day. The picture to the left was taken on their front lawn. That's a great tree! And, as they began anew, they sent me on my way north. i have nearly completed four weeks with Youth Encounter as Team Ministries Manager. i am currently living on the south side of Minneapolis, within walking distance of downtown ... though, i've not yet ventured there. It is great to have Adrienne, all the members of New Dawn 0708, and many other friends nearby. New beginnings are underway! i was also able to spend a couple evening this week with Luke while he was here in the Cities. (MN Lesson #1: the Cities = St. Paul & Minneapolis) We went to Merlin's Rest, an Irish pub down the way, and i played a few songs at open mic. See many of you soon! The weather is hot, hot, and humid ... enjoy it!