Maybe...

Well, today started out pretty inconspicuously - or so it seemed. Just an average American breakfast, complete with triangular syrup packets. We set off promptly, still sleepy-headed and bed-ridden, Tom-Tom in hand. Twenty minutes later, we arrived at our destination, the Nashville Rescue Center. My own experience consisted, almost entirely, of pouring grape juice. A simple enough job, but meaningful just the same. Others shoveled out rice and passed out trays, heavily laden with fresh bread and pastel-colored cubes of various forms of store bought cake and homemade cookies, still warm from the oven. As the day progressed, it gradually became clear that this wasn't just some chore, some duty we had to perform. The difference that a smile, the smallest act of kindness, had upon these people was, in itself, astounding. And, the thought comes to mind, that if everyone, or even just a select few, would reach out to those beside them, or even across from them, the world might not be a better place, but, maybe, just maybe, it could be a happier place. Maybe.

If the NRC was the entree of the day, the high ropes was the main course. As our group struggled through, the psychological bonds were shredded, and, everyone, myself included, found a confidence, a determination, that we might not have even known was there.

So here I am at the end of the day, looking back on all that has come to pass, and all I can remember is, the one thing that sticks out in my mind, is the sheen of inspiration I saw reflected in my companions' eyes as Demitri and Matt, both YWAM volunteers, chronicled their spirtual journey - a gleam I can only describe as the realization, the anticipation of possibility, the conclusive power of this last final maybe.

E. Kayla Biddle

Saving lives

Today started with Biscuits and Gravy,Sausage Eggs. We then headed to Nashville and worked at project cure. They are a company who provides used and obsolete medical equipment to third world countries. We were told the the 3 hours we spent affected the lives of 300 people, possibly save some lives. The things we take for granted are appreciated overseas. We then came back and did the low ropes course. It was quite obvious that we did not work well as a team and struggled through most of the exercises. The final event Kayla led and we did really well on. It was good to see them grow as a group a little more. We are now waiting for some snacks and campfire. Best wishes from Nashville and have a good night.

John Gosper

Spring Breakaway

This is John and we called this Spring Breakaway but it feels more like Winter Breakaway. Our trip down went well although it has been cold and rainy all day. We hope tomorrow is better. We will be getting to work early in the morning so it is bedtime soon. Praise and worship went well and a special shout out goes to Erin Shepherd for being such a trooper and coming down despite a badly sprained ankle. I have post some the fusion facebook page if you want to check them out. Well until tomorrow I wish you a good night.