I am writing this post while still trying to process everything that has happened over the last two weeks. In the boxing gym, we went from complete strangers to brothers.
Our last workout was well attended and I made it a pretty hard one. By the end of two weeks, they had our basic routine down, now it was time to crush it. And, crush it we did! After the workout a couple fighters took naps on the floor of the gym. That's what I like to see.
Our afternoon devotional was lead by Justin. Justin did a great wrap up, discussing the importance of being focused daily on Jesus and using their coach, or each other, as accountability partners. Justin and I finished by giving our heart felt thanks to each member of the gym for their respect and friendship. Then, I wasn't ready for this: They went around and individually told us how much our time there meant to them, and they hoped we would come back soon. I was deeply moved. Coach SomKhan closed in prayer. He prayed for us and our families at home.
The fighters took turns giving us hugs and wanted to take pictures with us. What a great group of young men. I will miss them very much. I do however plan on continuing my support of the gym though producing training videos on Youtube and advising them on the future expansion of the gym. I even see a Skype workout in the future!
Good bye Cambodia. Hope to see you next year!
- Clay Cranford
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