A Slower Pace of Life: Dave's Story

The second in a short series highlighting various individuals who have spent time at Hot Springs; both those from Highview and elsewhere.  

A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away....

World events are taking centre stage in my mind, and to stop and put that aside to
think about past trips to Hot Springs seems like the opener of Star Wars... but
then maybe not.

Covid 19 has most of us self isolating/working from home. Our fast-paced lives have slowed down which would be one of the first things you would notice about Hot Springs once the jet lag has left you. You would also see the sense of community as you awaken in the dark and hear the older children helping the younger ones get ready for morning Worship.

To the sound of a single guitar we gather, half-opened eyes from the boys facing
the yawning girls across the room, and our day begins at Hot Springs. It did not take
me long to feel I was experiencing life in the village of our LARGE family, 24/7.

I seem to be turning this into a narrative so I will get to the point.

Make the 14,019 km journey away from our distracting life. Your eyes may be opened by the
different culture, but your heart will see the similarities because of Jesus. You may
come away seeing how God is in control here, there and everywhere.

God Bless and please be praying for each other always. And if you decide to go I have a signed "excused from one morning worship coupon" (1) that you may want to use or, like me, hold on to as a keep sake to remind you of all the "God Moments" in Thailand.

Dave Driver.

(1)  Ruth Anne's Note:  Morning Worship happens at 5:30 a.m.  When we go, we want to participate fully in the life of our Thai family, but it's also good to listen to our bodies when adapting to the time change and climate.  On the last trip Dave was on, we found it helpful for good team dynamics and our overall well being to be able to cash in one of these coupons when needed.  Available on request :).