SURPRISE!

The night before Fish had told us to report to her room at 8:15 in the morning, but Fish over-slept so at 8:30 we began decorating Faith's room. The night before we had already made a crown for her. While we were putting the streamers on the door Rebekah opened the door and we scared her. Juliana had arranged the night before to trick Faith to take her on a canoe ride. We were really frightened while we were decorating because we didn't know when Faith would get back. As we were decorating we were trying to decide where to hide. We decided to hide in the bathroom and closet. At first Faith was surprised by the streamers and Bethany jumping out and saying, "Surprise!" Faith thought that was the end of the surprise and began rummaging through her things when we started singing from inside the closet. Faith was so surprised that she screamed and fell on the bed. Our morning surprise ended successfully.

After memorizing our verses, we had personal quiet time outdoors. Some were by the lake, some under trees. It was such a great feeling. We had an abundant brunch, then had our Basic Seminar test. Then we had our Independence Day celebration! We went to the lake and were divided into different teams, then played some common American relay races such as the three-legged race, the sac race, kayak race, water balloon Capture the Flag, and tug-o-war. Then we had an American barbecue. The watermelon was huge and delicious! We also played speed volleyball and football, then had root beer floats.

Then during team prayer time Olivia kept stalling and keeping Faith away. Finally Fish went to get her and we yelled "SURPRISE!" when she walked in the room. After some cake and sharing time, we went back outside for fireworks and sparklers. We sat in a circle on the runway and sang "Sing Alleluia" before going back inside. It was an awesome day!

Team 4

Photo Credits: Lone Kayak by Karen Chen, Tug of War by Karen Chen, Sparklers by Rowan Gillson