One Week
In one week from today we will board a plane with three or four (depending on what makes the ‘final cut’) foot lockers, two carry-on bags and two backpacks to fly to Granada Nicaragua. I am excited to see what God has in store for us while we are there but more importantly – I [...]
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Our First Newsletter
It’s our first newsletter! The theme of this letter is God’s provision, and I know that will be the theme of this next year and the rest of our lives. The lists have been made,shots were survived, bags are being packed, and the apartment has been vacated! Our church is commissioning us on August 23rd (at the 9am [...]
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Through this process of moving, God has shown his provision in so many ways. I had a hard few days last week where I felt really discouraged about everything that needed to be done, and it came down to me telling Frank I did not feel provided for. He, with a kind spirit, told me [...]
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The Park
I am going to miss Monday nights so much. For the past 3 years, Bekah and I (and now our wonderful small group) have been taking pizzas down to Birmingham’s southside area with the purpose to share a slice of pizza with someone who is hungry. What do we do at the park? We eat [...]
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Who said budgets aren’t fun? I happen to love them, especially when I’m budgeting for a move to Nicaragua. The past few days of work have been mentally draining, as I am training not one but two replacements. My last day at work is July 2nd, and for fun, I redid our budget. Yes, this [...]
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A Short Update
Can we get a woop woop for being 24.90% supported? That’s 1/4 of the way there, only one month in. We are having a hard time finding time for language training. Pray that we learn to simplify and focus our attention. I ate lunch at a restaurant and realized I can’t order a quesadilla in [...]
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Transparency on a Good Day
A couple of months ago, we completed a psychological assessment required by Adventures before coming on as staff. It revealed a few minor issues we needed to work on before leaving for the mission field. Since then, Frank and I have both been undergoing counseling. To say it’s helped me tremendously is an understatement. I’ve [...]
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Support
Frank and I have started to check our support website daily. We log on, holding our breath, until we see the total. Each day has brought a new surprise our way. All of the donations have had a name attached. We’ll be sending out thank you cards this week. I have no idea what to [...]
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It Has Begun…
The process of moving (or “going on our mission” as my dear mom told us we should refer to it as) has officially begun. To kick things off we are listing lots of stuff for sale. Our goal is to slowly transition to our coming lifestyle instead of a crazy push at the end. Our [...]
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Voices en Español
I just found the coolest website! It’s called Voices en Español. You can listen to Spanish stories through their podcast, and read the transcripts. It’s a great way to see and hear the language. Another great way to learn!
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