My Trip To Illinois

On December 27, I left ATL in a small airplane with about 52 other people and 2 dogs and headed to Peoira, IL where my close friend Eric was at home for Christmas break. Eric actually lives in a small village outside of Peoria called Groveland. I unfortunately brought the warm southern air with me because it did not snow the entire time I was there. It was a great trip. I loved getting to know the Larson clan and seeing God move in so many ways in my own personal life. It was nice to have some time to journal, meditate and have a spiritual tune up.

My favorite time during the trip was playing Scrabble. It was the first time I remember playing Scrabble with someone other that those with the last name of Duer. I must say, I was impressed that I held my own. Even though i did not win a single game, I was still a pretty good player. A close second favorite time was Wednesday night before we left on Thursday. 2 of Eric's siblings and their significant others along with Jill, Eric's girlfriend and I went to a small pizza place called Monacle's. It was great pizza and great company.

While on my trip, I came down with Bell's palsy. While it ended the trip on a less than sweet note, my trip to Illinois reminded me that God is truly working everywhere.

I was so blessed by my trip. Thank God for Eric and his family who allowed themselves to be used by God to refill my cup.