2010 IN RETROSPECT

With one day left in 2010, I took time to think about this year. Many memories flood my mind. I thank God for all the little things we take for granted. I can't think of one night when my family or I have gone with out food...or slept in a park, or even took a bus to work.(no disrespect to any who do). Day after day, year after year, God still provides. I thank God for health, which is something that on any given day can be stripped from us. My family could of never attended a truth preaching church. What a journey it has been thus far :) I don't want to take a step with out God. I never have or ever will deserve his grace. Looking at 2010 in retrospect, its been a year where I've been a bigger blessing to my church. By this I mean I gained weight! haha I actually took up drumming and play for services. It's become a passion of mine :) Playing for services hasn't been all that easy either...I've blown it major sometimes. lol In the words of sister White, "To be a musician you gotta be tough!!" :) To be used of God you just have to be willing and make your self available.I am also thankful for all the new friends I've made this year. Earlier this year I left my old job because they couldn't grant me Sundays off. This was difficult to do because it was flexible with my school hours. I prayed about and left it. God provided me with the best job I've ever had! M-F hours and I don't work past 2:30. I been introduced to the entire financial industry. Mathew 6:33"seek ye first the kingdom of God and all these things shall be added unto thee" Pretty much sums it up! :)

Thank God for what hes done, what he is doing, and what hes gonna do. So bring on the new year! :)

Have a good day, see you all next year ;)

20101230

VT Christmas Recital

This past Sunday was the annual Christmas Recital. Many visitors attend. A few of my relatives came and had a good time :) A lot of work is put into this event. Countless hours of practice and careful planning. Everyone did a great job. Congrats to Vivian for winning the "Musician of the Year Award".

More to come! Peace :)

-Elias

20101215

Help Wanted. :)

What's going on everyone? :)

Well good news, I purchased a puppy! Its a girl, and she a German Shepard!! (One of my fav. breeds) Now we have more company for Max. I still haven't decided on a name sooooo....

FEEL FREE TO DROP A SUGGESTION! Thanks.

Have a great weekend Every1. Over and out.

-Eli

20101210

Jessica is back!

How's everyone doing? ;)

Okay so this week my cousin Jessica came to visit our family! Jessica is probably my favorite cousin. lol! She is so much fun to be around, so naturally everyone was ecstatic. :) She lives in the San Fransisco area with her husband. She wanted to see us and also check out downtown L.A. She arrived early Friday morning. We went to many places and brought her to church on Sunday Morning as well. This was really special because shes been to our church before and I've seen God really touch her. She heard the preaching and came to the altar and prayed. She didn't receive the Holy Ghost but I know God blessed her for the faith it takes just for her to go to the altar. Keep her in your prayers everyone! :)

Saturday we took her to the infamous part of L.A. Downtown. Specifically, the Garment district. We had a really good time. All the walking can wear even the most extreme shopper down. lol It was crowded! (no surprise there) with very light drizzle. Every other little shop features a "representative" shouting, "5 Dollars, 5 Dollars, Everything five Dollars!" If you pay them to much attention it might start to annoy you. lol Then we capped thing off with a dinner at a Thai Restaurant(nuff' said) :)

That Sunday, after morning service, we took a trip to visit the Observatory. This brought back many memories of when I was younger because I was raised for most of my childhood in the city of Hollywood, CA. Memories of countless birthday parties, playgrounds, hiking (even though I was always on the hefty side) Would flood my mind. lol In 2004 the Observatory was shut down for remodeling. It didn't reopen till 2008. It didn't look much different then before(from the outside) But they added a bottom floor and really cleaned things up! the place was sparkling! :) It's no wonder that its the most visited Observatory in the world!

Jessica left early Wednesday morning, vowing she would shortly return! :)
I miss her already!

Hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving! :) Spent time with your natural family or even your spiritual family. I know most of us have plenty of left overs to feed an army. lol Take Care.

More in a bit....

Peace,

-Elias

20101129