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Fish Hoek: Our current South African home featuring a little bit of paradise to inspire stirring thoughts.

Well folks, I know it's been a while since I've posted anything on here, but I assure you that I've been having a blast and learning a ton! This time next week, I'll be on American soil — in LA, to be exact — spending much needed quality time with some of my best friends and boyfriend.

I'm not sure when I'll see you, but when I do, you'll probably ask, "How was Africa?" Ay. What a question! If you want to know an accurate answer to that question (other than, "It was great! I had a blast and pet a cheetah."), ask me about this little prayer that I wrote earlier today after a rather frustrating (yet thought provoking) class period. There's a lot of story and experiences behind it; basically, it was a long time coming, but the prayer came to the [beginning] of fruition this afternoon. I'm sure God will continue teaching me in these areas!

A Prayer for the Future

Lord, give me the wisdom to see corruption in circumstances where others around me are blinded by words, contentment and oblivion. Give me the gumption to fight against this corruption in the name of justice. Above all, sustain me with Your hope to renew my spirit amidst any forlorn situations I may face.

As long as I live, may I never be blinded by the lies of the world, but rather view all through Your eyes. May my mind remain clear and constantly enquiring in search for truth — never controlled by any person, ideology, regime, or anything other than You. And as I continue to experience life, may I never be hardened so much that I lose sight of the work You're doing here on earth.