9/17 Sabbath

Also known as the day when you get to use internet.

Every week or so, we get a day or two off and today was my Sabbath for the week. It was closed campus, which meant that we have to stay at camp, but we don’t have to work, go to any meetings, or even show up for meals if we don’t want to.

This morning, I went biking again in the rain with another student, Chris, and then took my first shower in about two-ish days. In the mean time, I considered putting dreads into the mess on my head, but I think that could be a project for another day.

I had planned on spending most of my afternoon journaling, doing homework, and reading, but the group that is here decided that they wanted to do the mud pit. As soon as I heard that, there was no way that they were going to go without me.

When I say mud pit, what I’m really talking about is a mud crater that has been filled with water for about 20-or-so weeks straight. And what that really means is that you can get mid-thigh deep in mud in some places. Let’s be honest: how often are you really going to have access to a giant mud crater in your life? This is why I make it a point to enjoy it to the fullest every single time I have the opportunity. I go crazy for that mud pit. It’s definitely in my top three favorite activities at camp.


I really treasure my Sabbaths here because it really gives me an opportunity to slow down and truly appreciate the gift that I’ve been given just to be here.


Psalm 13:5-6 “But I trust in your unfailing love; my heart rejoices in your salvation. I will sing to the Lord, for he has been good to me.”