Moments of Sunlight

Most days, London is a pretty overcast, rainy, cold sort of place. We have finally hit the sort of "typical London weather" that comes with winter and it is sad to say goodbye to the warm and sunny weather we have been enjoying. However, in the midst of this seemingly dreary weather, God still manages to bring moments of sunlight into my life.
This week's sunlight comes from having a wonderful dinner with my mom's friend from college, Marianna. We had a fabulous dinner in a restaurant on the second floor of a building overlooking Borough Market. The food was fantastic, but the conversation was even better. It was so good to tell her all about my time here and have her really understand (since she has lived here for 4 years). She is so excited for me, eager to listen, and so willing to help me make the most of my time here. It's nice to feel that family is close by. :)
The second moment was seeing Les Mis last night! Oh my goodness. I mean I knew that it would be good, but it blew all of my expectations out of the water. The music is raw power and the actor's voices stir up emotions that sit heavy on your chest. Not to mention, the set was very intricate and elaborate and added so much to the whole environment. The talent was fantastic, the story itself is moving and well written, and the audience was electric with awe. A truly epic 3 hours of my time here.
The last moment has been my internship today. I had a different schedule today and I found out later that one of the girls that I have gotten to know and usually sit in on her English class was upset to see that I wasn't there. She even asked the teacher if she could leave the class to come and find me to make sure that I was alright. It felt so good to be wanted and appreciated! I am so glad that relationships are forming. I also received a sweet gift from the head of the English Department for helping out with all of their displays for the open house last week. I did not expect that at all and it caught me off guard! Again, it was nice to feel appreciated for my work. And then, at the end of the day my supervisor gave me encouraging affirmation of my time so far at Hornsey. She has really enjoyed watching me interact with the girls and sees a lot in me. And that means so much.
So yes. In the midst of gross, rainy weather, I am still built up, supported, loved, and inspired. And I am also supported and loved by all of you at home! It means so much to know that you all are keeping up on my adventures and praying for me. God is so good. All of the time.