i was going to take a trip to virginia this weekend to visit a college. instead, i’ve spent a portion of the budget into a few important CS Lewis books. the trip has been rescheduled for the second weekend of november. one way or another, i’m starting college in January, whether that be in virginia, colorodo, illinois, texas, florida or oklahoma… come January, i’ll be somewhere… florida is the back up if i need more time.
still living in ohio, near toledo to be exact. the weather, unfortunately, is getting a little chilly for this florida boy. I used to live in snow, i even was born in it, amidst the north california mountains, but a big help has been the seven layers of blankets on my bed. ah yes… warmth still can be found. i need to learn, however, that I can’t keep going outside in flip flops and short sleeves.
i have a ride, even a sponsor, and I’m still not sure whether or not I want to go to alumni weekend. I’ll probably end up going, I’m just not fond of the fifty hours that i’ll be confined within a vehicle in addition to the chit chat discussions that will inevitably be on campus (i’m a skip-the-chit-chat-nonsense kind of guy that prefers good discussions). I think it wouldn’t be so difficult of a decision had i not left so soon — the beginning of last month.
the food here is incredible; i’m nearly treated like a king. josh and his family are very kind of my stay. more importantly, they’re also very understanding of the amount of time i’m dedicating to my studies. tedious, but also rewarding.
aside from all of that, things are going well… loving the Lord, staying single, having fun, learning a lot and seeing new places. just last night i took a trip to Michigan (half an hour away) to spend some time in a coffee shop (although i don’t drink coffee). such a great place to study. i also stopped at a hospital to visit some children… too bad it was a women’s hospital. slightly embarrassing (i’ll spare the details).
anyway, blessings to you all!
Erik, I’m glad to hear you are doing well.
I thank God for your skills that were applied during our years at TM.
And also, as equally important, during the Tyler Junior Missions Camp.
I remember sitting up late with all those boys and listening to you tell the story of that ‘game’ the boys up north would play with the wolves, knife and blood. Those boys were held captive by the manliness of the whole thing. You were (and are) a terrific example. Coming up with the idea that Texas is God’s testing area for thunderstorms…I always thought of that when storms would sweep over campus.
Do you remember watching those precious children worship the Lord at the end of their experience? Pouring out their tiny hearts? Crying kid sized tears that were as hot as any hyped up evangelist’s sweat?
I don’t know if I’ll be at Alumni Weekend, but if I am, I look forward to a serious conversation with you…
God bless you, Erik.
And Godspeed in your travelling.
Jeff Olver.
Hey there Erik, I hope you get to go to alumni weekend. I was even invited to go. can you believe it? I think that God could use you there. Maybe you could start a chapter as to what the people do when they leave HA. a high spirited place , they were protected there and now in the world many fall , some alot, others little. and how and what to look for and how to get back on track. I wish someone would start it on the TM forum. have a great time bro. rex
remember to pray ALL ways..
Women’s hospital, huh?
You’ll have to tell me about it.
I’m proud of you Erik. No matter where you end up. Now just in case you were wondering, there are some amazing Universities in Southen California =P Stay warm and buy some slippers.
I’ll be at Alumni weekend. Hope to see you there. We can have a serious conversation.
Miss you tons man. You encouraged my life quite a bit over our MA year.
Thanks.
hey you shold come to the ohio atf…just a few weeks away…=)
good conversation is what you make of it..even it you have to make the conversation happen…ask open ended questions…
~Skyla
I wish you much luck in your quest for college. I think I will be going back next year, gotta at least get those 2 more years in for my bachelors. I am sure there are many deep conversations just waiting to be discovered at alumni weekend. I hope you are able to have a good time even if the drive is long…besides, road trips are always great fun!
You can be man, just pray for me 🙂
Eric, I must tell you that your xanga site blesses me. I come on here every once in a while and read your posts and they are encouraging. And the way you honor woman on here, is a blessing as well. Your post a couple of entries down was great. Im sure you are a wonderful a great brother to those around you.
be blessed,
~jessica
erik:::
i hope you come to alumni weekend.
*maybe we can play catch*
miss you lots!
You are very missed here, Erik…my green backpack has resigned since your departure, now i have a green purse (from peru). Upon your return, the backpack will be glad to reinstate its official residence wherever I may go.
j/k
be blessed bro, you are a great man of God
-Helen
You still could call, but I don’t know if I would be much help…lol
~Skyla
Erik- I’m so glad to read about the details of your life right now, even though it wasn’t a whole lot or in detail (which hopefully I will get on the phone = ) it was still good to hear…
Thanks for being you!
Talk to ya later,
Heather
Did you say Florida? . Injitomatadas will be baking just for you…Mom
hahaha. this post made me laugh! ..But in a good way, respectively. Thank you for coming down the the youth event, aside from all the caous of my house! Thank you so much for your encouragement and support…just by being there.
And it’s okay….I wear flip flops in the winter all the time. I just can’t get over it. Sometimes I wear them with socks on too……but don’t tell anyone. haha.
Thanks again, Erik.
i love you too, lol 😉
I like it that you’re a “skip-the-chit-chat-nonsense” kind of guy.
well…possibly I will see you again in a few weeks.
Erik, It looks like I will be able to make it to Alumni Weekend. I would love to with you about what all the Lord has been doing in our lives….Can you believe it? Chris and I will be married in a few months….You will be one person out of many who will find out the date once it has been decided on…:D Love ya, Bro!!!
Leigh-Anne
erik.. i would love to speak to you….
trista…
Mr. Herrera
I am glad that you posted on my site. Its good to hear form you my friend. Are you still at TM? I’ll talk to you later…bye.
are you coming to Alumni weekend next week?
i’m not coming to alumni this year…i wonder if i’ll ever go? in a couple years, nobody i know will be coming back! it would be really good to see you again though. it’s been a long time.
dang….how did you know about the purple leather pants?
It would be nice to see you at Alumni weekend. I know what you mean about the stupid chit-chat….it happens, but then there are those few real conversations that take place that are really great.
You should come…you’ll be able to see my purple leather pants….you know you don’t want to miss that
so I lived in Toledo untill last week, hope you liked the riots!
The date has been set for the wedding..April 8th in Houston at 1:00. Let me know if you will be able to come. Please email me your address. I am pulling a guest list together and I can’t wait to see who all will be able to come…:D
Leigh-Anne