Doing it Herrnhut style!
Here in the beautiful and diverse Herrnhut we have a few resources. There are three grocery stores, three restaurants, three churches, two bus stops, one stop light and a grave yard. A person can explore the entire town, nooks ‘n crannies and all, in one day. It is the definition of quaint.
It is a cramped and eventless town. Sundays, almost everything is closed. The only place open is the Turkish restaurant which is a gathering place for YWAMers. The nature and surrounding hills are bright with color and beauty, but remind us of our distance from any form of modern conveniences.
In reality life is as exciting as you are willing to make it here. Being a part of YWAM serves as a constant reminder that entertainment is as enjoyable as you make it. There is no shortage of fun or excitement throughout the week. Last week there was a costume/dance/murder mystery fundraiser. Christer came close to winning the costume contest as Batman, while I just creeped people out with my Koolaid costume. Christi had a pitch perfect Maria from The Sound of Music.
I have been surprised by how busy we can get here. In a town where there is virtually nothing to do, we spend a lot of time doing things. People are always starting soccer games, discussion dinners, and board games. In fact there is usually more to do than any single person has time for.
Personally I have found myself reading much more. I have not been what you would typically consider a heavy reader. In Herrnhut I have been consistently reading a book a week on average. Living here has rekindled my love for reading. Each person has been forced out of their typical avenues of fun.
Not having typical entertainment avenues has reminded me and many people here that fun is based on creativity and personality. Going outside your comfort zone and seeking new forms of entertainment is what is required. It is not as easy as sitting back and letting the fun come to you.
Being surrounded by the natural and historical beauty of Herrnhut has been a blessing during this season. The unforeseen blessing was an amazing community and being brought out of my comfort zone. Through this everyone here has and are seeing growth, even in something as simple as entertainment.
