Why is it that the evening before a big travel day, I just can not sleep? Perhaps it is just the excitement of it all. It occurred to me that it might be a good idea to check into this blog, the one I use only for student trips, and see if good old Blogspot had changed things around for me. Yes indeed, they have. It might take me a bit to remember how to change my introductory statement to reflect FRANCE.
Yes, Paris...our destination for the year! I left the raindrops on for visual effect, since it is actually raining in Paris. Rain yes, but it is not as cold as it is in Florida at the moment!
This year we will continue to focus on journaling and photography, but our real interest and points of discussion will be on " World View." World view...everyone has one. You do, whether you recognize it or not. Your world view directs every decision that you make. As Christians, we always strive to be like Christ, to make decisions like He would, to go through out days as He would. Sometimes we make it for a bit, sometimes, not so much. The walk is what is important and that we strive to be LIKE Him. Our walk is WHO we are, essentially. This is not true just of Christians, however. Something drives everyone to make certain decisions, follow certain paths, and certainly not all of them are bad.
The big question we should be asking ourselves though, goes something like this..."where is this path you follow actually taking you?" In the upcoming days, we will be talking about the paths we choose, and the paths of those who walked before us. We are excited to have a visit to Rouen, where Joan of Arc fought so valiantly for the Faith..and where she was martyred for it.
We will also visit the Beaches at Normandy. I get chills even as I write, just thinking of the bravery of that generation, who are mostly in their 90s now. What remarkable men and women who really stepped up to the plate when the world was at its darkest. My dad was one of those guys. I bet you know someone who is 80-90 years old and could tell you some stories. You have to really dig though because those heroes of our lifetime don't brag on themselves. They saw a need and they stepped in to help. Yes, I can hardly wait to be there. I will brave the cold and the rain to pay my respects to those who fought for our very freedoms. And this generation? I am interested to see the impact it will make in their lives.
Hopefully you will follow us this week on our adventure in France. I'll share a bit of history, I know there will be humor, and hopefully you'll be inspired as you travel with us from the warmth of your sofa and warm fireplace!
We thank the teachers, staff, and Administration at that amazing school called "The Master's Academy"....for the prayers and support they provide. This old gal is proud to have had a part in it's beginnings and is prouder still to see TMA young people grow into mighty men and women who love the Lord and serve Him throughout their days. Now, THAT'S life worth living!
Early morning ticketing is calling...it's time to hit the hay!
As I put my head on my pillow, I will remember all the goodness of the Lord and all of the ways He blesses me. I will also reflect on His Supreme sacrifice...He did it for me. And for you too!
Bonsoir!
