Wednesday, March 16, 2011

Update: from Saudi Arabia

Xenia Smith

As most of you know, we've been evacuated to Saudi Arabia. We've been here for a couple of days. I'm so thankful that Jeremy works for a company that cares and are concern for our safety. The unrest and uncertainty in Bahrain just shatters my heart and am in disbelief. We love this little Kingdom, the people, the culture, the school, our friends and the food! Our adventure has been nothing but the BEST! 

No one really knows what will happen in Bahrain. Now that the GCC defense is in Bahrain we hope and pray that they will restore order for the Kingdom. Luckily, the media coverage is slim compared to what is happening in Japan. It helps me put my concerns into perspective. I realize that our inconvenience is small compared to theirs. I ask that while you are praying for Japan and their people please throw in a little prayer for Bahrain.

Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him and he shall direct your path. Proverbs 3: 5-6


Sunday, March 13, 2011

London Here We Come.......

"Arsenal Way"



Participants

Codeman

Is he saying a little prayer?


Top two Teams

May the best team win

Gregor, Qoasi, Cody and Kirin

This past weekend, Cody participated in the Arsenal 3v3 Tournament. It was such an exciting tournament. There were a total of sixteen teams that participated. Cody and his team started the tournament slow. They tied their first game 0-0. The following games they dominated. The team only gave up one goal thru out the tournament.  Each game was six minutes long. During the finals, if there was a tie it went goal to goal. (First team to score)  They ended up going goal to goal during the quarter-finals. Our team scored within the first minute advancing to the semi-final. They were up against the team that won the tournament last year. In my opinion, Cody’s team definitely dominated and deserved the big Win! The final score 1-0. Advancing to the Championship! Of course, I was a nervous wreck but excited for the team! I must say that I felt good going into the Championship! Our team was playing aggressive and they were in sync.  They started off great! This allowed our team to score the first goal within the first couple of minutes. Our defense was unbelievable! We scored another GGGOOOOALLLL to put the icing on the cake! Final score 2-0! Needless, to say we are so proud of Cody and all of his accomplishments! He played hard and totally deserves this opportunity! I am so thankful that we can be part of it! Way to go, Codeman!!