Play to Win
Posted on Monday, July 29th, 2002 at 21:00.
I am officially deferring from Emerson College for one year. Anger, discouragement, prayer, and peace among other things preceded this decision.
Deferring for a year will allow me to reapply for the financial aid that I unexpectedly did not receive due to complications. While not deciding factors, I will also have more time to establish a stronger financial base and conclude projects that I could not sustain with full-time enrollment in college.
Boston may have to wait for my arrival, but Lynchburg will still lose me. My rad relatives in San Diego, CA invited me to live with them and I accepted. This move is a win-win situation under the shadow of a major loss.
I am fervently believing that God will make this next year amazing, for Him to shine through every detail. I am excited to a degree; new freedoms, new job, new location, new ministry opportunities. Most importantly, I will not be sulking at a 365-day long pity party.
To family and friends, I will miss you sincerely. All great forward movements result in leaving something important behind but rejoice in the fact that our life paths crossed and eternity is only moments away!
I leave you with this Bible passage in conclusion. I know the LORD is always with me. I will not be shaken, for he is right beside me. No wonder my heart is filled with joy, and my mouth shouts his praises! My body rests in safety. You [God] will show me the way of life, granting me the joy of your presence and the pleasures of living with you forever.
Psalm 16:8, 9, 11 (NLT)
