Sometimes I realize that I miss things more than I realize

If you know me you know that I used to be a youth minister. Some of you know that I think about those High schoolers and college students more than I usually talk about. However there are several (as in more than I think I could list) things I don't miss at all about that job. What kept me there was those kids.
It was the passion for relationships is what drove me.
The passion to see kids come and be accepted.
For college kids to have a place to belong and grow in truth.
It was so much more than I can mutter up words.... it was God working in and through people.

While I miss it- I don't have a desire to go back. I wish I had more time to keep in touch with people & wish they all knew that I think of and miss them often.

Where did all these thoughts come from? Well this is how I spend my Sunday night...

I was doing a Senior picture session (click here to see more). K (in the pink) is a girl I work with. She is in college and the other people are seniors (only one of whom I was actually supposed to be shooting). But great ops for more business. :) Anyway, K asked if I would do her cousin's Sr pictures. I was more than delighted- as this is a sector I want to get into.

So it wasn't like youth group, but the signs of young adult hood; independence, eager zest for life and "what's next" were joyous reminders to me of why I love working with that age group. Life is so great then (even though you can't wait to get out of it). This group was fun (as you can see).

I appreciate God's little reminder of the many GREAT times I had with the kids I have worked with in my past. For those of you who read this... thanks!

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