"If you could choose one last song to listen to before you died, what would it be?"

There I was in the work room finishing a project for a teacher and Mr. Austin (the P.E. teacher) comes in to use the copy machine. He is dancing around the copier to some crazy rhythm in his head (like always) when he asks me this random question.

"If you could choose one last song to listen to before you died, what would it be?"

Once I understood the question I stood there pondering it for a second. What would I pick?

Mr. Austin says I am taking to long to decide. I protest that this is an unfair question to pose to a musician with a love for many different songs. He goes on to say something about it not being a difficult question and it shouldn't be so hard to decide. I then decided to just pick something...

"'Meditation from Thais' played by Itzhak Perlman"

"Meditation what?"

"Meditation from Thais. IT is a song from an opera about a roman centurion. The song is played while he is struggling to choose between Rome and Jesus' claims to be God. It is a beautiful song."

"You sure are into some deep stuff."

"Ummm, sure."

The funny thing was after all the teasing about me thinking so long was his answer to the question.

"I would pick the longest country song there is."

So much for being specific.......

Well, to be honest I don't know what song I would pick. I have too many favorites. And it would depend on my mood. Some of the ones I would pick from are:

“Amazing Grace”

"When we've been there ten thousand years…..We’ve no less days to sing His praise than when we’ve first begun.”

“How Great Thou Art”

 "When Christ shall come, with shout of acclamation,
And take me home, what joy shall fill my heart.
Then I shall bow, in humble adoration,
And then proclaim: "My God, how great Thou art!"
Then sings my soul, My Saviour God, to Thee,
How great Thou art, How great Thou art.
Then sings my soul, My Saviour God, to Thee,
How great Thou art, How great Thou art!

"I can only imagine"

I can only imagine,  What it will be like
When I walk , By your side
I can only imagine , What my eyes will see
When your face , Is before me
I can only imagine

Surrounded by Your glory, what will my heart feel
Will I dance for you Jesus or in awe of you be still
Will I stand in your presence or to my knees will I fall
Will I sing hallelujah, will I be able to speak at all

I can only imagine, When that day comes
And I find myself, Standing in the Son
I can only imagine
When all I will do, Is forever
Forever worship You

"King of Glory"

I stare at the cross cause without it I’m lost And I believe
I’m healed by Your blood, saved by your love And You shelter me
It’s amazing the power You hold I give you my heart and my soul

King of glory, You are holy
Take my hands, take my feet
Take my voice, as I sing
Lord of heaven, Hallelujah
Precious Jesus, Hallelujah

Imagine a day when our faith is replaced With a glorious sight
Of angels in chorus as You stand before us In perfect light
We will join in the anthem of praise With every breath we will say

You lived and You died To bring us new life
Sweet salvation Clothed in majesty
God of everything

So, I'm wondering...What song would you pick as the last earthly song you would hear?

(Just some random thoughts resulting from volunteering at an elementary school)

 "And DO NOT be CONFORMED to this world, but be Transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God."

Romans 12:1-2

...Operation Airgas...

Like I promised here are the pictures of the 900 balloons. Actually it is a video a friend took of the amazing event. Hope you enjoy!

Has it really been that long since I posted? Goodness....

The summer is flying by. Soon it will be autumn and time for school and cooler weather, hot apple cider, corn mazes, sweaters, falling leaves and harvest parties. But there are still a few weeks left and we will live them to the fullest!

How about a glimpse into my summer.

In June we had a painting/cleaning party as friends and family helped clean up Luke and Summer's new home. The next week was filled with a Church Picnic, work and helping set up for a wedding reception.

The AFLC's annual conference was held in Washington this year and was a good time with encouraging speeakers, the making of new friends and a wonderful reunion with others.

It was SO GOOD to see the Abel's once again. I had missed the smiles and humor from Pastor Paul and Matthew. To hear portuguese again was music to my ears!

Nate was ordained and commissioned with his wife Rhoda to go to Uganda this fall. May God richly bless the Jore's as they prepare to serve the people there with their two young son's!

 My sister Kathryn flew to Houston to spend the summer working for our Uncle and Ryan (my youngest brother) went away to horse camp for the first time.

I had an awesome time during an unexpected trip to a lake house up north for a fun filled week of inner-tubing, singing by the campfire and swimming. (unfortunately sunburns seem to accompany hours of inner tubing fun)

July was a month of community outreach.

Ever wonder what 900 balloons look like in one room? How about driving down mainstreet Arlington, Wa, as they are handed out to parade onlookers? Royal Servants Youth Ministry (The youth group I am involved with) filled 900 balloons with tracts and helium to pass out during the 4th of July parade. It was an adventure to say the least. Fun Times! The fireworks were beautiful and the company was great. 

 The Arlington fly-in was rewarding as a group from our church volunteered to man a booth for Kids Day. Over 30 children accepted Christ as their personal Savior! We made candy airplanes and told the Story of Jesus with the evana-cube. We even got to play with bubbles.....

Life in the Box was eye-opening and a success at the Arlington Street Fair.

VBS was the next week and I helped lead the first grade class. Those kids are so cute and understand so much more than we think.

Autmun came up to visit Luke and Summer and so we took the opportunity to go cliff-jumping at Whistle Lake. Beautiful Lake and some crazy jumps.

I also got to visit a good friend before she headed to Taiwan for a year. Rachel is teaching english to students in Taiwan and it was so awesome to spend 27 hours with her before she left. Talking and packing, hanging out and celebrating her birthday. Thanks for letting me come over Rachel. Love Ya!

Last Week we had the annual 7th Grade Welcome. But that is a story in itself...for another post.

Hope Ya'll are having a wonderful summer. Soaking up the sunshine and enjoying the company of friends and family.

                                                                                         Meagan

~pictures are coming asap. I bet ya'll are wondering what 900 balloons look like? ; ) ~