Well, I am finally home. My exams all completed and the weight and pressure of school has been lifted by an industrial strength crane. My trip home was fantastic. I made it accross 2.5 provinces in 1 day. I left with a fellow class mate on Sunday at 1:00 a.m. and we arrived in Ontario Sunday at 9:14 p.m. What a drive. My old man "Chrystler Sebring" cruised nicely accorss the Canadian landscape and after some close calls with the O.P.P. reduced my cruising speed of 140+km/hr to a more tollerable 120km/hr. I coasted into the driveway of my parents home on Tuesday and took several days in Northern Ontario to visit family and our cottage. It was swell and I enjoyed it greatly. My parents were happy to see me and I am somewhat excited to start working for the family and my friend Matt this summer. We will see how long the excitement lasts. As much excitement there is for being in Ontario there is a part of me that is filled with mixed emotions and even some sorrow concerning leaving Alberta. I made some really close connections and friends there in such a short amount of time. I am in love with the landscape and the hospitality of Edmonton, Vanguard, and Millwoods Church.
To all my Millwoods Peeps: You guys are great and have left a lasting imprint on my life, ministry, and memories. Thank you for your support and friendship. Wow that kinda sounds a bit cheasy, but honestly I love you guys.

Update on previous posts:
Church Membership
It seems that many on and off my blog are opinionated on this matter. Here is my stance. In being truthful and faithful to the promises I made to the pastor before leaving, I am holding my membership at my "old" church for a year. Since it has been well over a year now, I am re-evaluating my stance. I will transfering my membership, however, I am still make some decisions as to where it will be transfered. I do agree that my membership within the church must be with a church that I agree with, one I support, one I am connected and involved in, and one I feel apart of. Comunity is vital for me and I have grown to love my church in Millwoods. Jacquie and I are in the process of making fundamental decisions as to which we will live. Membership will be on the move soon.
Simon Out