Birthdays and Beginnings

Hello all,

It's only been a month that I've been living in the BVS house and I already feel like there are so many fun memories and stories that I could share. This month has been a very busy one for all in the house. There has been lots of traveling, lots of dinner-ing, lots of game playing, and lots of exercising together, among many other things. It obviously has been a time of transition for all of us, but we have been enjoying getting to know one another as well as the wonderful Brethren community in Elgin. One special thing about our first month together was that we celebrated two birthdays! Kristen's birthday was on September 5th. The big storm that came through Elgin hit on her birthday, leaving the offices and the house without electricity. So, dinner was a bit of an adventure, but we then all went to a play together and enjoyed some gluten-free cake afterwards. Hannah's birthday was on the 11th. We celebrated with a waffle and game night at Cat, Don, and Russ's (also known as CDR in our house). Here are some pictures:

Kristen and her cake :)

Chelsea and Cat with Hannah and her waffle cakes!

After recently going home because of my step-sister Samantha's unexpected passing, it has been a blessing to be able to come back to a home-away-from-home where I feel loved and comforted. I'm looking forward to the next eleven months in Elgin with new friends.

With love, 

Theresa