To my dear supporters, I hope you will enjoy reading about my last month in Malaysia. For me it was one of my personal favorites. I thought I would let the pictures do most of the talking. (By the … Read more about This is the day!
I Will Never Forget Cambodia
I will never forget the memories made.My last night spent in Cambodia was the best. As usual, we got together with the kids for a Bible stud, which was kicked off by silly songs with Ren (my Asian … Read more about I Will Never Forget Cambodia
Sounds Like A First World Problem
I can't find my car keys!Call me please because I can't find my phone!Oh my gosh, I broke a nail!45 in a 35!...This is the worst day of my life! There are so many choices that I can't decide what … Read more about Sounds Like A First World Problem
Bar Street and Slums Road
My month in Chaing Mai, Thailand was like none other on the World Race. Aside from the new culture, amazingly cheap food, awesome night markets for shopping, and unique people; for once I … Read more about Bar Street and Slums Road
Is Your Reputation Ruined?
Someone anonymous yet with a lot of insight once said, "Christians will do anything for Christ, except ruin their reputation." Reputation is always a great word to know. So, is lollapalooza. It's a … Read more about Is Your Reputation Ruined?
What Breaks My Heart
It is sad to see the things I've seen this year-everything from people on their death beds, dirty with flies on them, and all the family just wishing for their death because they don't want to take … Read more about What Breaks My Heart
My Lips Are Sealed
You might be in Thailand if: the icecream special is a corn sundae, there is enough polution that people on the street wear doctors masks', it's so humid that you would think it just … Read more about My Lips Are Sealed
HEAL.
The doctor looks at me and says, "Don't let this break your heart. It happens every day." But, that breaks my heart even more. "Whatever city you enter, and they receive you, eat such things … Read more about HEAL.
A Day In the Life: Swaziland
Hey! For those of you who do not already know me; my name is Lauren Elizabeth Ricks. I just celebrated my 23rd birthday at a nice restaurant by enjoying a steak dinner in a private room, topped off … Read more about A Day In the Life: Swaziland