Today was another good day...we seem to have a lot of those here! This morning we bought some fresh bread and veggies and then checked out some possible places for us to live for our last 3-4 months here before we head back to Canada. There are some pretty cool places around here. Everything from wooden cabanas in the midst of lush green vegetation to a community of duplexes with a guard and plenty of neighbors. We have a few items on our list of priorities that keep us focused in our search. So far, we have a couple places that we are very interested in.
Then this afternoon our good friend, Alma, came over and we hung out together - she even brought our favourite carrot cake. I asked her if a washing machine is on her list of priorities for where she lives (we would like to find a place that has one, or maybe we can find a decent one to purchase), to which she laughed her laugh of disbelief and said "of course!" So, there we have it. It's not "North American" of us to think that a washing machine is a necessity.
Later on in the day the Holtrop family came over, to hang out and have dinner together...but really, we knew that Steve wanted to jump on the trampoline at our place. He says the kids were asking to come over, but I'm not buying it. It was so nice to have them over and talk about stuff about home, about life here and just enjoy each other's company. It was much needed today.
In less than four days Kevin and I are picking the team from Faith Church from the airport!! We are so excited to see them all. It will be like home coming here!! The past couple weeks Steve, Alma, Kevin and I have been working on the plans for their time here. Putting together the pieces for construction, church partnership, relationships and cultural learning. It's going to be a packed 10 days of stretching experiences and servanthood. Kevin and I are also looking forward to forcing our Spanish practice - as tough as that's going to be.
The past few weeks our decision to stay here for three more years or return home for good has been heavily weighing upon us. Our hearts are torn and we aren't any closer to a decision. The time is coming soon when we do need to make up our minds and our hearts. We ask you to pray for us in this decision. Please pray that God will give us ears to hear His voice and follow His direction. Thank you for your support and prayers.
Then this afternoon our good friend, Alma, came over and we hung out together - she even brought our favourite carrot cake. I asked her if a washing machine is on her list of priorities for where she lives (we would like to find a place that has one, or maybe we can find a decent one to purchase), to which she laughed her laugh of disbelief and said "of course!" So, there we have it. It's not "North American" of us to think that a washing machine is a necessity.
Later on in the day the Holtrop family came over, to hang out and have dinner together...but really, we knew that Steve wanted to jump on the trampoline at our place. He says the kids were asking to come over, but I'm not buying it. It was so nice to have them over and talk about stuff about home, about life here and just enjoy each other's company. It was much needed today.
In less than four days Kevin and I are picking the team from Faith Church from the airport!! We are so excited to see them all. It will be like home coming here!! The past couple weeks Steve, Alma, Kevin and I have been working on the plans for their time here. Putting together the pieces for construction, church partnership, relationships and cultural learning. It's going to be a packed 10 days of stretching experiences and servanthood. Kevin and I are also looking forward to forcing our Spanish practice - as tough as that's going to be.
The past few weeks our decision to stay here for three more years or return home for good has been heavily weighing upon us. Our hearts are torn and we aren't any closer to a decision. The time is coming soon when we do need to make up our minds and our hearts. We ask you to pray for us in this decision. Please pray that God will give us ears to hear His voice and follow His direction. Thank you for your support and prayers.
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Hey Apes and Kevin!
We're thinking of you guys and praying for you! I check the blog all the time and love seeing what you're up to.
Lots of love from us Huismans!! :0)
Great to hear how things are going! We hope that you have a great time with the team that's coming. We're certainly praying that God will give you guidance as you discern your future plans. Say hi to Alma!
-Kevin and Jacquie
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