Life in The Family International

It is finally over! There’s that feeling of mixed sadness and joy. Sadness that the same adrenaline rush won’t be there tomorrow, and joy that the long hours of rehearsals and frantic preparation for the theater play are finally a thing of the past. Yes, the run of our musical South Pacific ended today with a standing ovation. It was the first time I was given flowers on stage. Of course I felt a bit like I didn’t deserve that, because my character has a very minimal part. But she is the love interest of the main guy after all, so I guess it was essential in a way.

Now that all that’s over and done with, I can finally get back to real work .

During the cast party, someone asked me about my lifestyle in the Family. Well, they didn’t really ask; they attacked my faith and beliefs. It was the perfect opportunity to tell them what I really think…how I love my life…how blessed I feel. I don’t know if they got the point, though. “A man convinced against his will is of the same opinion still.” Isn’t that how the quote goes? Oh well. What can you do when people question the lifestyle you have chosen for yourself? I feel that it’s more than saying that you believe, but living that belief. And I dare anyone to take a good hard look at the life I am presently living and then question my beliefs to my face. My life is awesome. God has spoiled me. He’s given me everything I could ask for and more. He’s showered me with love and goodness and forgiveness when I haven’t really deserved it.

I don’t think I’m any more special than the next person, but I’m enjoying my life to the full. That speaks for itself.

Nyx is a vounteer Missionary Member of The Family International. Her missions have taken her through South East Asia, India, East Africa and South Africa. She currently runs charity projects for terminally-ill, indigent children in The Philippines and is also a child-education consultant, youth counsellor, freelance writer for TV, radio, magazines, a voice-talent, illustrator, artist, Events Host and Music Marketer. She is the eldest of 13 siblings, and a Taurean who enjoys spicy food, open-bar nights, long baths, photographing people, and throwing festive parties. Dislikes: Whiny women, bratty children, spoiled men. More about Nyx

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