I suppose I should write about my health since some of you may be wondering how I am doing. The respiratory and nasal problems are all gone for the most part. I'm still taking Mucinex DM until the box is empty just to be on the safe side. I've also started taking a pill of 1000 IUs of Vitamin D everyday. I've heard that around here it's very important to get plenty of D, even when it's not total darkness most of the day. The weather can really take a toll on a person as you can imagine, so I need to keep an eye on my health better.
Other then that I've only got one more bottle of Celexia (clinical depression medication), so I'll have to get more refills in the future, especially with the harsh winter coming up and complete darkness this place is said to become rather depressing. I'm keeping my spirits up however, and trying my hardest to be active in the community.
We were all told that the first three months of our service are the hardest. I for one have experienced this on the ground of physical health. And because of that I've had less chances over the past month and a half to be out in the community because I was feeling so bad. I'm praying though, and I realize that this is my first month here, that things will start to get better.
One issue I've always had in life is dealing with patience. I personally am a very impatient person to be honest and I want things to happen fast. I don't know if this is because of the fast paced life style of Northern Virginia, but I have a feeling that could play a part in it. The one thing about missionaries is that they have to adapt, and adapt quickly.
I have not yet gotten the respect of the youth around here, and I have a long way to go in that area. The majority of the youth here end up raising themselves and have no respect for elders, people older then them, or authority. I suppose no discipline has been carried out. It's sad, but it will take time to get to where God needs me to be with these youth.
All in all, I'm feeling better in health and remaining optimistic. I'm doing my absolute hardest to find the silver lining in everything. Optimism goes a long way in the midst of struggle.
+PeAcE+
Glad you are feeling better! We'll keep up the prayers from this end.
ReplyDeleteKeep it up Chris! People're rooting and praying for you. This is Kwamina btw
ReplyDeleteYou've got this brother! Praying for you.
ReplyDeleteglad you're feeling better, but how have you not gotten the respect of the youth there yet, you're like the awesomest youth leader ever. i'm going to be in alaska next summer so maybe i can come up there and teach them some manners.
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