Recap

As I sit and analyze this trip, I can't believe that we can use the small game of basketball and the gifts and talents that each of us are blessed with to impact a nation. Who would have thought that the 10 of us would have spent the last two plus weeks in Bhutan, traveling around going into classrooms and putting on clinics and playing games? I didn't think it would be possible but we did and it was amazing. We met so many awesome people who have so much respect and love. Some things that I will miss from our trip and time in Bhutan: -the people- they are so respectful and hospitable -our teammembers- even though most of them will be around in the area, I will miss the late night talks and the van/bus rides together sharing wisdom/stories, laughing, and singing (don't worry we have amazing voices as well, just ask some of the classes we sang in). -being detached- it is always good for me to get away from the busy lifestyle that I/we create to recharge and refocus on what is really important in my life. -the landscape- Bhutan is a very beautiful place with lush mountains, valleys and rivers. It is hard to escape the wonders. -the food- I will miss having 3 good meals a day prepared for me/us where I didn't have to do any shopping, cooking, or cleaning. (If you really know me that is a huge deal) -playing/teaching basketball- most of you know that I am retired from playing on a consistent basis, and not directly involved with coaching the sport anymore, but it is always great to get out there and show these younger kids/players how much fun the game of basketball is and the things the sport can teach you if you are intentional about it. (All I know from this trip is I still got some game left, that is why the team nicknamed me "game guy", ok maybe I gave that nickname to myself because I brought it in the games we played) (you might hear different things from the team members about my in-game plays, but the altitude got to their brains and their memories are a little blurred, or maybe mine, ha) Thank you again for your love, support and thoughts, we couldn't have done this trip without you. I encourage everyone to go on a short-term trip like this one, no it doesn't have to be basketball related in Bhutan, (we have some contacts if you want a similar trip though) but seeing the world and experiencing new things and growing is important to everyone. I am pretty sure everyone could find a two week window that they could go and impact peoples lives and be changed themselves (just remember sometimes you don't have to go somewhere to impact peoples lives). Always be willing to grow and improve. I also understand that not everyone can be go-ers, that is why I am so thankful for my job and the availability for me to do these type of trips and to those who support me and encourage me in my life and on my life journey. I look forward to sharing more when we return home shortly, and I look forward to my next trip and where I might be lead. Land of the Thunder Dragon