August 2010
4 posts
One Step Closer
Tonight my husband walked in on me finally unpacking my bag. He was delighted. I was almost in tears. We have been without some key pieces of furniture in our bedroom (still are in fact), but we just gave the dresser a much needed make over. Now that that process is complete I can fill it’s empty drawers with the remnants that have been lurking in my suitcase these last 7 weeks. Yes, I...
Pedicures & Life's Mysteries
I’ve made it almost a full year without a pedicure. I remember when I got my last one vividly because it was the day before (or was it the day of? Ok, maybe not so vividly) my sister-in-law got married. It was a big to do and so much fun to all go and get done up before the wedding. Then we left on our year long adventure a few days later. Just in case you are wondering, a Nordstrom...
Update on Juan
For those of you following our journey, you may remember our friend Juan in Nicaragua. He has a severe infection in the bone of his leg from a childhood surgery. He has a joyful contagious attitude toward life; full of thanksgiving while struggling in daily life.
God directed us along with some friends in Granada, Nicaragua to do something to help. It’s really been us who have been...
The Tradition Continues
Today I tried to light our stove…again. I didn’t even think about it. I know old habits die hard. I was shocked as the flames jumped up before I even lit the match. Oh yeah. We are home. Target used to be one of my favorite places on the planet. Now I just want to get in and get out. I’m in a foul mood the whole time and leave utterly exhausted. I peeked in an In-Style (which...