Foreign-er

A person not naturalized in the country.
Proved true.
Days were spent lazing in the country.

was looking forward to the camp venue - "floral farm resort" perhaps the word resort was a tad decieving as we discovered only upon entering the gates.
Nonetheless it felt very much like a good ulu place to retreat to and emotions almost naturally blended well with the chirping birds, squeeky swings, rustling leaves of fruit trees, gravelled paths.

Being the foreigners of prideful Sin-ka-por "anti socialness" was the next thing to be. While the deaf mingled we sat at e swing to 'stone' the journey's fatigue away.

And of course conscience pricked too soon, realising that it was silly travelling all the way to this place to continue being aloof. Plucked ourselves outta the comfort zone and headed to introduce ourselves to the deaf. We were pleasantly welcomed and I felt instantly comforted with the smiles and gestures asking for an introduction.

Felt rather inferior knowing that I was of the lowest standard amongst the 3 of us in sign language but.. ultimately I did travel all the way for a DEAF camp and so I pushed myself to focus on the colourful filipino style of signing..

And then we were introduced to our room which seemed rather luxurious for the exterior look of the "resort".. pleasantly surprised.. and TADA~~ came the toilet - I'd rather have the rio toilet anytime.. as I lowered my head to rinse my mouth I realised I couldn't keep my eyes open - the stained patches of dirt and that smell!! putting this stuff into my mouth.. cldnt quite deal with it ..but choice wasn't with me and so I hurriedly rinsed my mouth with eyes shut tight to reduce the impact while one of the senses was absent..

That night I was rostered to lead devotion.. In coming to the Lord, I humbled myself knowing I had to take away that pride and refuel with humility. Accepting all that I had.. I was reminded of the verse in

Philippians 4:12
I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want.