Yes, I'm actually in a relationship!

So, for all of you who are completely puzzled or excited or curious as to my Facebook status, here you go.

Yes, I have a boyfriend, but please be cautious as to not take this in a traditional sense because it is not really a traditional relationship (obviously). Pastor Borst is the man behind the matchmaking and he did a pretty good job. So, props to you, Pastor. During English Camp in Hungary, Barna came by to say "hello" to Pastor and see how camp was doing. We were having a scavenger hunt with the jr. high kids and Pastor was a clue. I had nothing to do, so Pastor invited me and Barna to play poker with him. We had no chips, so it was decided that Barna would go to his house and get them (a quick 10 minutes). He invited Pastor to come along, but he was a clue, so he declined, but proceeded with the following line, "Kelsey can come along with you!" So, after some hesitation (I just met the guy) I accepted. The drive was great. We totally hit it off. Talked about politics, life, Hungarian stuff, etc. Got back to school and Pastor and Barna taught me how to play Texas Hold'em, which Barna totally dominated in. Pastor asked Barna if he had a girlfriend and he said,"No". Awkward, but Yay! He also invited Barna to the 4th of July party we were planning on having. So, he came.

Now is a timeline of our relationship because I don't really feel like typing everything out. So, here are the highlights.

4th of July - Barna, the Hungarian, grilled all the food for the American Independence Day celebration. It was great to get to know him better over steak and beer.

The following Tuesday at high school camp - He helped out with the high schoolers and was awesome!

Thursday - Also helped out a little, but had to work. Looks really good in a tie! :) But, came back for the Disco we had for the kids. He doesn't really dance, but he did a little for me. We had a great time just talking, though.

Friday - Farewell dinner in Aszod. Sad day. Barna and I planned on this being the last time we saw each other, but Pastor asked him to come along to Budapest, so he came! Had a great time getting to know each other after dinner. He danced with me to David Crowder, though. I think he's a winner!

Saturday - Day in Budapest. Had a girls day at the baths. Then, Barna and I saw each other in the evening when I walked him to the train station. Good times.

Sunday - Invited him to come to the Last Supper. Final goodbye. My heart broke, but we decided to make the decision and somewhat commitment to become official. Yes, I saw commitment because it is extremely difficult having a relationship with someone when there's a whole OCEAN between the two of you. But, we'll make it work.

Wow, that was such a fast-paced week. Now, we're just going to slow things down a bit since we have tons of time to do so.

Barna is an incredible man of God and is quickly becoming my best friend. I am so looking forward to seeing what our Creator has in store for the two of us, whether it is together or apart. Please pray for us and that God keeps us strong and patient.

Blessings to all!

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