The Adventures of Bonnie in the Juddmoblie.

The adventure began at 7:20am on Canada Day, We loaded my stuff 3 Judds and one Colpitts into their van and set off for Kingston. We ate, listened to great music, had a picnic at a roadside park, took the scenic route through Montreal, and then it happened. The dreaded thump thump thump. We limped into Kingston and found our hotel and checked in. We thought at first it was the brakes.... oh to be that lucky.

We found out that Canadian Tire was open on Sundays and it had a mechanic on duty. So at 9:30am on Sunday we found our self sitting in their parking lot waiting for it to open. When it was opened at 10:00am we were 3rd in line. 2 others were leftover from sat. So we waited for them to tell us 2.5 hours later that they think it is the transmission. They advised them because it was under warranty to wait for the dealership to do it. The catch being that the dealership would not open until Tuesday at 8:00am. Also that it was not highway worthy!!! So the mad scramble begins. What to do??? We need to decide if we are staying another night or not. We still had to drop Alyson off at Queens for Shad Valley.

We decide to check out of the hotel and then get a rental car and continue on the adventure. So we clear out the room and wait for Susan and Peter to get the rental car.

here we are waiting with our stuff




So we continue on and drop Alyson off at Queen's What a dorm room. It was nice. I could handle living there for a year it was by far the nicest dorm room I have ever seen, and I have seen my fair share of dorm rooms!!!


After we leave Queens we go back to the van to get our stuff and then hit the road for Whitby and all points west. We arrive at the meeting place for my sister to pick me up and wait for them to arrive. It was nice to be at the end of the journey and the Judds get to meet the girls.

Then we went our separate ways. I wonder what happened with the poor van???? Another travelling adventure I will never forget!!!

The Journey Continues

Well I am down to 2 weeks left in my minstry at CCPC. On Thursday I had the 5 grade 11 girls over for a sleepover. It was fun, We had a blast, a time just to hang out and have some fun.



I was talking to some Youth Pastor friends the other day, some of us are at a crossraods in our ministry. Some of us feel like we have been through the fire and others are just struggling to know where God is calling them. We were talking about when we feel like we are in exile and how in Jeremiah when the chosen were in exile God gives them a promise from Jermiah 29:11 "For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." He doesn't say that it's going to be easy or short but we know that God has a plan in it all. We talked about how we never like going through the exile but that is the time when we can draw close to the Lord and learn what those plans are. For some the exile is short and for others it's long. We can learn a lot from Jeremiah and hope that our exile isn't 70 years!!

A stroll along memory lane

Sat and Monday have been an interesting time strolling down memory lane. I have been going through boxes that I haven't unpacked since I moved here 5 years ago. A word to the wise no matter how tempting it might be never never just put mail in boxes thinking you will get to it some time. Sometime only comes when you have to move those boxes again.

It really has been more of a treasure hunt. I have found things I have been looking for for 7 years. Like I found one of my favourite Gospel Illusions tricks. I can't wait to use it again. I also found my divorce degree. I didn't think I ever got a copy of that but all I had to do is look for it! I have found mail from 4 adresses ago. It has not been pretty. I have been through about 13 boxes that were hiding under the bed in the spare room. I am glad that I only have one box left. I have stopped looked at the cards and mail it was getting sappy.

So my word for anyone don't let mail stack up. I have 3 recyle bins full of paper and 2 bags full of stuff that has been shredded. You don't want that to happen to you!

Another Week Done

Today I had a weird experience while at Kings Place. Something like this has happened in the past but the events of the last few months have just made things more real. As some of you know another part of the chaos in my life this spring has been my father's medical issues. On March 9 he had a mini stroke which was alochoal induced. They figure this was the final one that really did some damage. Over the last year he had slowly been going down hill. Small things like paper work changes and moods swings and even personal hygine went downhill. He was very confused for a few days and spent 3 weeks in the hospital detoxing and getting some weight on. So right now the main part of his problem is short term memory and confusion at times.

Back to Kings place. So I got off the bus and was walking down the hall and I saw many men my dad age just wandering around not knowing where they were or why they were there. Hopeless, lost and confused. I felt such compassion for them, I was in tears right there in the mall. All I could think of was if my Dad didn't have my Mom that is what he would be like.

It seems like with all these things I am trying to keep together my emotions are on my sleeve. I have a good friend who has said just again on Monday that he is amazed at how I am keeping myself together with all these MAJOR life crisis happening all at once. One of these things is hard but to have 4 all at the same time.... Man without God and the support of a few really good friends I would be sunk!

So that is part of the chaos in my life.

It's out! Praise God!!!!

So, on Sunday they read the follwing letter in the church I serve in.

May 16, 2006

To the Rector and Wardens,

It has been an enormous privilege to serve and worship with the people of Christ Church Parish Church. I have gained far more than I have given, and the impact will be a lasting one.

Recently I have been given an opportunity to embark upon a new area of ministry in Red Deer Alberta. The timing seems to have the Lord's finger-prints on it, as my time officially comes to a close in this parish. Knowing I am leaving the parish is difficult, but having a sense of direction is truly helpful.

This afternoon, I received official confirmation of an offer to begin work as of August 1, 2006 as the Assistant Minister for youth and young families in the parish of St Leonards on the Hill, Red Deer, in the Diocese of Calgary. Not all the i's are dotted or t's crossed concerning fine details,but in consultation with my regional and national director with Church Army, I am accepting this as God's open door. This will mean that I will leave the parish at the end of June and take my vacation in July.

Please know that as I prepare to conclude this chapter in my life at Christ Church Parish Church,I do so with a heart of thanksgiving. It will always be 'home' to me, and I hope and plan to return for visits with every opportunity.

Knowing of your prayerful support with this transition will be an enormous help.
Once again, my deepest thanks for the privilege of serving and worshiping with you.
Yours in Christ,

Capt. Bonnie Hunt

Man I have to say that I am glad that is out. That is part of the reason I haven't really been blogging much. I haven't been really able to tell anyone what was happening in that area of my life and that was a HUGE part of the chaos going on in my life.

Your Brain's Pattern

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What Pattern Is Your Brain?

Long time no blog.... ok very long time

Hey all,

I don't even know if anyone reads this anymore but here goes. There has been so much chaos ion my life and alot of it I couldn't talk about on here so I decided to walk away. The chaos isn't as bad now so i think it's safe to come back. That is if there is anyone left here to read.

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A new year

So here I am doing the thing I get frustrated with on other blogs. Not posting very often. I would be impressed if anyone is still looking at this.

I cooked my first turkey on my own. Yes I called my mom at every step but when your feeding 15 youth group kids you want to do it right. Our Christmas Party went really well. We had about 19 there and there was enough food for them all. It was a good time and even Blue enjoyed herself. Christmas came and went. Many people I talked to this year agreed that it just didn't feel like Christmas this year. The strange thing is we couldn't really pinpoint it to one reason. I don't know what it was.

There is more to come I promise and now that I have discovered how to put pictures on this thing there will be more of those to.

Christmas Letter

Dear Two legged Friends, Christmas 2005

Life in our house has been very good. Our human has continued to be very busy but still finds time to love us. Most days we get supper on time and when we don’t all she has to do is give us a scratch under the chin and all is forgiven. Since this is such a busy time for her, we decided to do her Christmas letter for her. This is our first try with a keyboard so please be patience!

Life with our human is good. We know that she is busy with the Church and the youth that she works with. We hear that the kids are coming over again soon and we are preparing. For Sully it’s under the bed from start to finish, and Blue, well, you all know how she prides herself on being a socialite. We know that our human is very thankful for the friends she has made in Fredericton and thanks God often for their love and support.

Like you, we hear our human often go on about 2 other little people in her life. Kimmie we had heard of before. She is almost 3 now and we are in danger of being chased if we every meet up again. Blue thinks she is up to the challenge and Sully declares that she will just hide under the bed. But after leaving us for a month (yes we are still bitter about that) she came back with a new bounce in her step. A small human our size was born while she was gone. Our human helped deliver the baby at home because the mother (our human’s sister) couldn’t make it to the hospital in time. We don’t see what the big deal is. Everyone we know is born at home if they are lucky and not in the alley like our cousin Ollie. But apparently when you’re a human and you’re not expecting to have it at home it’s a big deal. But we hear that all have recovered and the one they call Rebecca Grace is a real cutie.

The rest of our human’s family is doing well. Her brother Tom is still working at the restaurant he was last year. Her parents are finding that having 2 granddaughters is double the fun. They really are enjoying the girls. And us grandkitties too!

Like our Human reminds us often, we are very Blessed. We wish you all the Blessings of love, Joy and Peace that Jesus brings, now and for the year to come.

MERRY Christmas,
Blue & Sully

It's the time of year

Today at a youth pastors meeting we were talking in our small groups about how busy we are at this time of year with concerts and parties and all that stuff. My prayer was that we be a good example of how not to get caught up in all the business and enjoy the celebration of Christ's birth. So I guess that is the real question. How are we good examples to those around us? In all the Christmas preparations do we really take time to focus our thoughts on Christ? That is my own prayer is that I can be more focused on Him this season and less caught up with all that is happening around me! So my question for you is how?

You're The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe!

by C.S. Lewis

You were just looking for some decent clothes when everything changed
quite dramatically. For the better or for the worse, it is still hard to tell. Now it
seems like winter will never end and you feel cursed. Soon there will be an epic
struggle between two forces in your life and you are very concerned about a betrayal
that could turn the balance. If this makes it sound like you're re-enacting Christian
theological events, that may or may not be coincidence. When in doubt, put your trust
in zoo animals.


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Long time no blog

So here I am not doing a very good job of keeping this thing updated.... I will try harder, I promise. So much has taken place in the last few weeks.

Let's see:

• I can now not only see all of the floor of my office I can now see the top of my desk. What a feeling it is to have a fresh start!

• last weekend I went to lead a Youth mission in Blackville NB. I had never been to this part of the province so it was a new experience. I should of known when we walked into the hall and it was warmer outside than in we were in for trouble! The furnace wasn't working right but they did get it going but we all thought the gas fumes were going to drive us out. Then, on top of that was possibility the worst pizza I have ever had, the night didn't start off well. We went over to the Church to have an opening worship service. The first band that played was really heavy and it did not go over well. I know that the Priest there was very upset about the music. The rest of the night was a worship band made up of mostly youths and they did an amazing job. People have to understand that the music of today's youth culture is an ever changing organism. Things that appealed to one generation is not going to draw the next in and visa versa. Why can't people be open to the concept that God can speak to people through all sorts of music. I am very diverse in what I like. People are very surprised in the types of music I say I like. The next day we all felt like we were walking on eggshells because of some of the things that had happened the night before. But the day went well. I think that we accomplished our goal of encouraging the youth to look to Jesus instead of drugs. I understand that drugs are a real problem in that area among the youth. I guess when you have nothing else to do for entertainment getting high seems like a good option.
• I am about to embark on a 3 day shopping trip. I am looking forward to just having a change.
• I think that might be it for now. When I can figure out how to post pictures I will get some on here.

Today is the day

Well it happened 35 years ago today, life in the outside world began.

Being there when my sister delivered my niece has brought a new understanding of birthdays. They really are a miracle in themselves. I was amazed at the whole process. The fact that God creates us for a purpose and has a plan for our lives that begins 9 months before we enter the world at times can overwhelm me. Don't you wonder if your fulfilling the purpose that God set out for you? I know I do. I give thanks that God has placed in my life friends who see my call and confirm it often. So As I begin life as a 35 year old I wonder about the plans God has for the next 35 years.... long range I know but even 15 years ago I didn't see myself here and in full time ministry.

Diary of a youth pastors office

Nov 4 Manna is growing into a messy blob that is encompassing everything
Nov 5 Manna exploded into office
Nov 6 added children's church mess to the chaos
Nov 7 space brewed on day off
Nov 8 added more stuff to the mess then left for meetings. When I returned and found that the cleaning fairy still hadn't been there I cleared a spot to work and tried to ignore the mess.
Nov 9 arrived at office at 5:30 pm after a day long meeting pushed stuff off desk to work on TEC stuff.
Nov 10 cleaned off chair to sit in cleaned off desk, Manna shirts still on one chair
Nov 11 Day of Remembrance all those who have fought in battle and for those hurt trying to navigate my space.
Nov 12 110 Operation Christmas Child Shoebox delivered diverted my concerns for the well being of my office
Nov 13- floor cleaned off table cleaned off and removed books put away. Desk still a disaster.
Nov 14 floor cleaned off but not vacuumed
Nov 15 floor vacuumed Desk a bit better, Manna Shirts still sitting and waiting.
Nov 16 plans for cleaning desk.

keeping up with the jones

Well here I am blogging. Everyone is doing it. I thought that I would give it a whrill, how hard could it be??? But somewhere in the back of my mind I can hear my mom's voice" if they were going to jump off the bridge would you do that too?"

But really, folks who is going to read some crazy ramblings about a youth pastor who is on fire for the Lord and has a passion to share the Good News with youth?

I am sure that there will be some of you who say yeah right how long is this going to continue. But for those who stick itout with me, you will get to know me better, the kids I work with and join me on this crazy ride I call life.