Have you ever looked forward to going somewhere or meeting someone with high expectations? But after going or meeting that person you were more impressed than you expected? Now, I know this doesn’t happen that often in life, usually it is the opposite. Well, that is what happened to us here at EDM. We had been praying and planning for ELITE 2009 for over a year with high expectations.  When we got to work with the young people that were a part of ELITE 09, we were so impressed. We were blessed to have this group of young people here this summer. We can honestly say they were the Cream of the Crop, and they are ELITE in every way! Not only did they do everything required of them, but they exceeded our expectations. They went above and beyond in every task and challenge.  What impacted our lives the most, though, as we watched these teens, was their heart for Christ. It showed in everything they did! We know God has BIG things in store for each of them as they chase after HIM!!