Shepherds

Last summer, 2009, I remember praying to God. I remember my distinct words. "God, I'm afraid of losing you. Help me. I can't feel you." And clear as the day, God sent someone to me. Well, who knew he would come in wizard form? I've known this person for probably two years before really getting to know him. So we started talking more and more. And praying together. And hanging out. Little did I know, he had an invisible sign on his forehead that reads, "WARNING: This Man of God is deeply spiritual." And so it began. As we gradually talked more and more, I began to remember what it felt like when I was much younger. I remember when I was about six or seven years old, I absolutely loved following my mom and dad to their bible gatherings with their friends. And I loved it because there was even a group for the younger kids. There was this pictured bible that they had, and there would be activities in the bible that we could do. And yes, I still have this book. And yes, I still read it from time to time. Haha. But coming back on topic, I began to remember what it felt like to have God completely surround me. If you're older than me, and you've taken AP classes your junior year, you know it's no joke. The work is difficult and it's hard to find time for yourself. The first week I came back to school, I totally forgot about God. And so on came Giao Ly. We were beginning classes and for the first time, I talked to this person. And really talked. Like, connected. Spiritually. Granted, he did get me into trouble a couple of times, but God sent me what I asked for: someone to guide me back in my faith.
Did you know you could name your guardian angel? Like, any name you want. You can always change it too. So this person told me to pick a name for my angel. In respects for what he has done for me, I named my angel Tony, after the person who brought me back to my faith. And I really have no intention of changing it. Well, not anytime soon. All I can hope for is that we can stay friends forever, because I know that as long as he's my friend, I'll be closer to God, the proximity I need. So yes, Tony Vu. This is a shout out to you because you are so cool. And I mean it. You've done numerous things for all us teens, most of which you will never know of. But at least now, you know my story.
YOU are Beautiful.