May 2008

gsfnI have started working with a new ministry of Campus Crusade for Christ. The Global Short Film Network seeks to use short films to interact with students and others on deeper spiritual issues. You can read more about the GSFN on their website.

I have been helping prepare the videos to be used in New Zealand and on other summer projects this summer. We have made the videos available for download in ipod and cell formats so that they can readily be used, spur of the moment, to start conversations on the Boardwalk, Beach or campus.

Our first story is a recent one from our new family. It might be a “You had to be there moment,” but I will share it anyway. We also want to tell you about our summer.

new-family photo
 
Braden is a happy baby
 
Braden on the Prowl
 
Rachel, Braden and Susan

“Ready?” I ran across the room to sit beside my wife and son. As the light flashes faster, Rachel rips the pacifier out of Braden’s mouth just before the camera takes a picture of our new family. This happened about 10 times before we got just the right shot. Well, almost the right shot. Our faces are red and there are tears streaming down our faces from laughing hysterically, but Braden looks great. It was the most fun we had had in 4 weeks.

Things are definitely funnier when you are really tired. The past 7 weeks have been an amazing adventure. We have learned a lot about diapers and burps, and have realized that we have no clue how to be parents. Each day is an adventure and an experiment, and we are enjoying every minute of it.

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