Log:
As usual, I started my Sunday with a religious service. I had a hard time decided whether to go the UU Fellowship or keep church hopping. Ultimately what made the decision for me was that the UU Fellowship was farthest away and I was running a little behind. I went to the First Presbyterian Church. I’ll admit that my heart wasn’t as open as it could have been because I kept thinking about the UU Fellowship service that I was missing. I did enjoy the singing at the service I attended. Also, I was impressed with a posting about becoming a conscientious objector along with other information about world peace. I was surprised at the similarities between a Catholic mass and the Presbyterian service. It’s hard to open myself to learn more about these other churches now that I feel attached to the UU Fellowship.
After church, I came home to a pancake breakfast complete with hand whipped cream and strawberries. It was amazing! I have eaten more delicious food in the past two days than I had probably in the rest of the time I’ve been here. Wowza!
The hearty brunch was to get everyone enough energy to go swimming at the river. I must admit that this has been something I’ve waited for. Everyone in northern California talks of trips to the river all summer long. I completely understand what all of the fuss is about… For starters it’s sunny and hot (Willow Creek is almost an hour inland). The water is cold and clear and the beach is rocky yet beautiful. This weekend was so much fun! I think I’m going to hang out with the co-directors pretty much forever. This will be a hard place to leave. If only my family were out here.

Questions:
-Do I want to come to HSU for a term or two my senior year?
-I still wonder if I grow more from opening myself to a group I don’t understand or being a part of the dynamic UU service?
-How long is “river season”?