Here's what's been going on recently...
Customs was interesting. He wasn't happy with my answer as an orientation or conference. When I was flipping through my folder to get the letter out from Lam Canada, he told me to just answer the question. I know he was just doing his job, but it was really intimidating and I don't like being judged. For some reason he was happy with what I gave him (I don't remember what it was) and I did make it clear through my answers that I was not getting paid.
I went through customs in Toronto. So it was nice to have that off my mind for the flight to Miami. Besides the flight attendents, I felt like the youngest person on the flight! The rest were seniors and retirees. And two young families! Florida is the place for snow birds and cruises! My seat was in the fire exit aisle and I was so excited. Then the flight attendant asked me if I wouldn't mind switching with a tall gentlemen! I said yes, but was disappointed...I'm tall too! But when I saw him standing, he had to be at least 6'6! He commented that I was tall, and I said he was taller. His wife bought me a drink and so not to be rude, I traded it in for food...$6 worth...Air Canada sure knows how to make money! There were personal tv's for each seat with choices of movies and news and tv shows to watch. It made the flights seem shorter.
When I got to Miami, Kiki took me out for dinner for Cuban food. It was good! Another orientee was there and Kiki's mother. Kiki is the mobilizer. I was exhausted and having trouble taking it all in. We drove around for a bit and were shown some sites, then we went to Kiki's house. We chatted a bit and despite the 2 hour time difference, I went to bed at 11pm eastern!
We slept in until 9am and then went for Cuban coffee...it's like a shot of espresso...yummy. Then toured around to different places. Miami seems to be rich in Cuban/Latino culture. But many of the trees are fairly young since hurracaine Andrew destroyed a lot. Kiki's Mom was driving us around. It was nice to be a tourist and be able to ask questions and see things. Even though it was quite windy it's still warmer than Calgary! Even at 9pm it's warm!!
This morning we start at 8am, but breakfast is at the hotel earlier than that. The office is about a 5 min. walk from the hotel so I don't think it'll be too rushed.
Have a wonderful week!
Blessings,
Julie
Tuesday, January 22, 2008
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January 12, 2008
Happy New Year!
I hope everyone was able to make some wonderful memories this Christmas season.
Even though I wasn't able to go home, I was invited into other people’s families. I had a Polish Christmas Eve dinner and a good old Canadian Christmas Day turkey dinner. I spent time with roommates opening presents and stockings, eating and building a gingerbread train.
Now that the store hours are back to normal (yay!), I can wind down and focus on orientation in Miami in 8 days!
I want to thank you for continuing to pray and support me as I move towards my dreams.
I had to cancel my MRI appointment (again), but I was praying and asking God to give me a date in February. I was talking to my doctor's office January 3rd and my MRI is on February 21st at 9pm! I don't even have to miss work and it's at Foothills hospital which is close to home.
On January 2nd I bought US Dollars and again started to worry about finances. My mom called that night and told me to sit down. I could tell by her voice she had good news. On her table she had a cheque from church (the church I grew up in) for a generous amount made out to me. She was told that the cheque was to help with expenses. Talk about God's perfect timing!
I know that I am human and worrying is a human characteristic. But I take it too the extreme and worry to the point that I don't sleep. Please pray that I will continually lay my worries at God's feet and let Him worry about it for me.
Last Saturday I finished my application and sent it off on Tuesday. It feels good to finally have it finished. And although I was challenged, I feel like I know myself better.
May God fill your hearts in 2008 with JOY and PEACE for Him and for the life that He's given you. He LOVES you, you know!
Blessings,
Julie Clausen
Happy New Year!
I hope everyone was able to make some wonderful memories this Christmas season.
Even though I wasn't able to go home, I was invited into other people’s families. I had a Polish Christmas Eve dinner and a good old Canadian Christmas Day turkey dinner. I spent time with roommates opening presents and stockings, eating and building a gingerbread train.
Now that the store hours are back to normal (yay!), I can wind down and focus on orientation in Miami in 8 days!
I want to thank you for continuing to pray and support me as I move towards my dreams.
I had to cancel my MRI appointment (again), but I was praying and asking God to give me a date in February. I was talking to my doctor's office January 3rd and my MRI is on February 21st at 9pm! I don't even have to miss work and it's at Foothills hospital which is close to home.
On January 2nd I bought US Dollars and again started to worry about finances. My mom called that night and told me to sit down. I could tell by her voice she had good news. On her table she had a cheque from church (the church I grew up in) for a generous amount made out to me. She was told that the cheque was to help with expenses. Talk about God's perfect timing!
I know that I am human and worrying is a human characteristic. But I take it too the extreme and worry to the point that I don't sleep. Please pray that I will continually lay my worries at God's feet and let Him worry about it for me.
Last Saturday I finished my application and sent it off on Tuesday. It feels good to finally have it finished. And although I was challenged, I feel like I know myself better.
May God fill your hearts in 2008 with JOY and PEACE for Him and for the life that He's given you. He LOVES you, you know!
Blessings,
Julie Clausen
Thursday, January 03, 2008
God's Blessings
Happy New Year!
I hope everyone was able to make some wonderful memories this Christmas season.
Even though I wasn't able to go home, I was invited into other peoples families. I had a Polish Christmas Eve dinner and a good old Canadian Christmas Day turkey dinner. I spent time with roommates opening presents and stockings, eating and building a gingerbread train.
Now that the store hours are back to normal (yay!), I can wind down and focus on orientation in Miami in 18 days!
I want to thank you for continuing to pray and support me as I move towards my dreams.
I had to cancel my MRI appointment (again), but last week I was praying and asking God to give me a date in February. I was talking to my doctor's office today and my MRI is on February 21st at 9pm! I don't even have to miss work and it's at Foothills hospital which is close to home.
Yesterday I bought US Dollars and again started to worry about finances. My mom called last night and told me to sit down. I could tell by her voice she had good news. On her table she had a cheque from my parents church (the church I grew up in) for $500 made out to me. All the board told her was that the cheque was to help with expenses. If it was a donation to LAM, my name can't appear anywhere on the cheque. Talk about God's perfect timing!
I know that I am human and worrying is a human characteristic. But I take it too the extreme and worry to the point that I don't sleep. Please pray that I will continually lay my worries at God's feet and let Him worry about it for me.
I'm almost finished my application but am quite frustrated over one section - doctrinals. Doctinals are what I believe. Should be easy right? I struggled with theology in college and I'm struggling with this too. Pray that I'll be able to think clearly, ignore Satan as he tries to bring me down and just write.
May God fill your hearts in 2008 with JOY and PEACE for Him and for the life that He's given you. He LOVES you, you know!
Blessings,
Julie
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