It was made possible for me to fly home to celebrate my grandmother’s 80th birthday!  My dad, Soy, and I were the only ones who knew about the trip and it was worth keeping the secret.  I surprised my mom at the airport as it took her several minutes to get the shocked look off … More August 9th

“Her children rise up and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her”  Proverbs 31:28 Happy 80th Birthday to our maternal grandmother, Ann Clark!  If you have the privilege of knowing her then you know she is a selfless, kind-hearted, family-centered, Christ-follower, sweet Maw-Maw.  Our chidhood as preachers’ kids is unique because we grew … More Happy Birthday Maw-Maw!

Last week Soy and I were traveling home from language school using the El Tejar dirt road.  The El Tejar road makes Turkey Farm road in Grand Bay feel smooth.  As we were driving, I asked Soy to name one positive thing about the road.  We have not been able to think of any positives … More August 4th

We have loved working with this team!  They were very generous with Ravioli and Spaghetti-Os, and my girls loved receiving them.  Sweet Kortni even brought my girls some new outfits.  We are blessed! There are certain moments where simply telling you what happened does not do justice.  One of those moments was on Saturday morning when … More July 31st

Happy 60th anniversary to my maternal grandparents, Pops and Maw-Maw!  For sixty years they have demonstrated the true meaning of love and commitment.  They have shown what it means to selflessly serve each other.  The have honored their vows to each other and God.  They didn’t have a glamorous wedding, but they have a beautiful marriage.  He … More Happy Anniversary

My girls were in heaven last night as “Poppy” arrived at our house!  He brought the Legos that we had to leave in Alabama so it was like Christmas in July.  When we got home from langauge school the girls immediately started telling us all about the food Poppy brought with him (Ravioli and Corned Beef … More July 26th!

“May I never boast except in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, through which the world has been crucified to me, and I to the world.”   Galations 6:14 I could provide you with a list of reasons of why I am so hesistant about using a blog to keep people informed about our ministry … More July 24th

If you stop by State Farm then you might be lucky enough to be greeted by Ms. Annie.  Ms. Annie always stops in once or twice a week to make sure things are running smoothly and the workers are not slacking in any way.  She is always willing to offer you advice whether you ask … More Happy Birthday Ms. Annie

Random Observation and Reflections: It has been one month since we have officially moved to Guatemala, and we have reflected on some of the things we are discovering or being reminded of while living here. No one is in a hurry!  There is no such thing as a “fast” when it comes to a grocery … More July 19th