How To Hate.

"And I heard you're doing you

And you heard I was doing better

And all I had to do was put two and two together

But that just makes four, but not forever,

..damn."

- Lil Wayne, "How To Hate"

A Dose of Reality.

"My mind is a musical, but I'm censored

Staring at this cubicle, wondering about all of it

I didn't realize I was running for the office,

So why is this place still filled with all these politics?"

- Victor Lu, "The Past"

Flame ON (3).

This was one heck of a night. Bring on the playoffs; we're ready.

Flame ON (2).

In between UFE studying starting and wrapping up awards night, I really haven't had a chance to just sit down and write.

The summer is drawing to a close, and as I reflect on the days that passed, I guess God used them to show me that it was both a time of healing and a time of rejuvenation.

When Jack asked me to help him lead the Flames this summer, I agreed right away because I needed a spark in my life; something to devote my time to. I was all over the place mentally and emotionally, and I needed a steadfast to hold onto. I accepted for selfish reasons; to play, to have control, to feel important. But I never took the time to consider all the responsibilities and all the effort it requires to be a good governor. Look, it's not hard to lead people, but it's not easy to lead them right.

I am flawed in the sense that my mindset when it comes to sports isn't wired for Christian leagues. When I play, I keep my faith and my competitiveness separate. This summer has really challenged me to try and merge the two and have them co-exist. I don't think it can be done in one season, but at least I know now that at times it is possible.

Yeah I know, my devos suck. Period. And I'm hotheaded and impulsive. Sometimes when I try to be funny, I'm actually not. But I want to take this time to thank the team for giving me the opportunity to serve you, and just know that I have nothing but love for all of you. This year's edition of the Flames were committed to the cause of winning and bonding as a team. That's why our socials worked out the way they did, that's why we were even able to have our own awards night, and that is why each and every one of you guys know I have your back without question.

The playoffs are upon us, and no matter if we keep our first seed or not, I am genuinely proud of everyone and everything we achieved this year. I don't need to go into specifics, but I know we are on the cusp of greatness.

You guys may not all be my best friends, and we might not always see eye to eye on everything, but I know deep down that;

this team is the best.

Flame on,

Vic

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Flame ON (1).

Been swamped lately, seems like there's a billion things on the go, but leading this softball team has been just as rewarding as it has been challenging. It's exactly what I need and I'm thankful for the opportunity.

As we wrap up the season, feel free to come out to our own awards night! It's gonna be BOMB.

Discipleship (1).

Discipleship class has been challenging, and the essence of yesterday's message is towards those that have hurt us;

How do we forgive them, and where can we show them grace?