Ben and I went to St. Vladymir's Cathedral on Easter Eve. The traditional service started at 11:30 pm. Easter Baskets are a BIG deal. Instead of candy and goodies they are filled with the food … Read more about Basket Case
Lo How A (Cherry!) Rose E’er Blooming
Every day we walk past a million Cherry Blossom Trees. I am kind of addicted to taking their picture. At least once a day someone will roll their eyes, playfully yell at me to hurry up, or tap … Read more about Lo How A (Cherry!) Rose E’er Blooming
Peaceful Easy Feeling
The Everyday stuff: First morning in our apartment. I walk into the kitchen and it is a calm haven. Helen is nestled in the corner by the window eating oatmeal. I walk over to the freshly … Read more about Peaceful Easy Feeling
Life in Technicolor!
We have been in India for 12 days, Here's a little glimpse of what it is like... BT= Best Thing * NSGT= Not So Good Thing Place: Ambala, India (3 hours north of Delhi) Bright colored clothing, … Read more about Life in Technicolor!
These are a Few of My Favorite Things-Tanzania
Our Tanzanian Family!! Margaret adopted JIll and I and treated us as one of her daughters. She taught us to make amazing Chai, songs in Kiswahili, and though recently widowed, she … Read more about These are a Few of My Favorite Things-Tanzania
Hot n’ Cold
This is the month where we saw we weren't just doing ministry we were living it. I started the race "gung ho" about all that we were gonna do, but that has changed a bit. It's more like how … Read more about Hot n’ Cold
Shiney Happy People!!
The squad sat in agony yesterday morning. Our new teams were about to be announced. Some people sat in joyful anticipation; it was time for a change. Others couldn't fathom losing the family they had … Read more about Shiney Happy People!!
All Good Naysayers, Speak Up! Or Forever Hold Your Peace
This past month I came face to face with doubting the goodness of the Lord. That's right, I said it. Alex, the missionary sent to the nations by her loved ones to impart Christ's love, doubted big … Read more about All Good Naysayers, Speak Up! Or Forever Hold Your Peace
These are a Few of My Favorite Things-Uganda
Preaching- I spoke at a funeral service at the IDP camp, for a young that died in a car accident. I prayed and prayed that the Lord would speak through me, and I truly felt like I encouraged the … Read more about These are a Few of My Favorite Things-Uganda