Log:
Another rainy north coast morning. By the time I got to work on my bike I was dripping head to toe, so I decided that I may as well go mud-puddling if I was already that wet. The HSU parking lot in front of CCAT really is supreme for mud-puddling, plenty of dips and potholes. I was having a good time when my mud-puddling came to an abrupt conclusion when a sideways hop turned quickly into a slip and I was reminded of the lack of tread on my sandals.
Another day with my nose in the CCAT binders. I spent today skimming articles about CCAT from the early 80s. The sense of history at CCAT is overwhelming! It’s inspiring for me as someone involved in SENS in the young stage that it’s in.
Also today, Brian from Sunny Brea Church came by to talk to me. It was interesting to hear him speak passionately about issues I disagree with. He kept saying that everyone is one of God’s children, but various religions were false and I should not visit their churches. How interesting it was to hear him talk about how he would change the world if he could. Then, it hit me, as he was speaking and I was oblivious to his words but recognized his passionate desire to improve the world. How interesting, this same desire is what led me to this west coast summer. So, who’s right? It was good for me to encounter this young man because he has shown me the type of attempted persuasion that is not acceptable. To be effective at changing our world, we need to learn how to reach people where they are, and not to condemn them. What an important connection for me to make. I believe most important lessons we learn in life are not ones we’ve never seen before, but ones we encounter again and again throughout our lifespan, lessons worth remembering.
My evening was perfect because when I finished the chilly, soaking bike ride home from CCAT I found two boxes from home waiting for me. The comfort of my familiar overalls and lots of goodies for my kitchen cupboard really brightened my day :)

Questions:
-What will SENS be like in 20 years?
-What did the students who started CCAT think it would be like in the future?
-What else can I learn from others who want to change the world?

Feelings:
It surprised me how much it meant to me to receive my overalls in the mail. I like to think that I’m not very attached to my clothes, but I do admit to being very attached to the comfort of familiarity.