During our time in Mozambique, we had the opportunity to go snorkeling on a nearby island. I loved seeing all the colorful and different kinds of fish. The man peeking over Cait's shoulder … Read more about Photos (as South Africans call them, rather than pictures)
All good things come to an end
Well, I didn't think the end would ever come and didn't want it to come, but it has at last. I have said goodbye to Africa and all the wonderful people I met there. I no longer have to get up at 5:30 … Read more about All good things come to an end
No Candy. No Eggs. No Bunnies
Sunday morning, we walked around the lake (in our hosts' backyard) to get to the road, where we could then catch a shapa (a Mozambiquan taxi, either a kombie or a truck with a canvas covering the … Read more about No Candy. No Eggs. No Bunnies
Googoo Gaga
Slipping her fingers out of 22-month-old Welcome's grasp, he hesitantly took a couple steps before turning back to the person who'd just let go and burying his head in her embrace. After a bit, she … Read more about Googoo Gaga
It’s the small things that make a difference
Being in Africa has made me realize that I've taken so many things for granted, living in the U.S.A. Take electric pencil sharpeners for example. Such an obscure item, not miraculous or anything … Read more about It’s the small things that make a difference
A Diamond in the Rough
My husband left me. Now I must take care of 4 children alone. I don't have a job. They are living with my mama because there is a better chance they'll get fed there. My kids get kicked out of school … Read more about A Diamond in the Rough
From a Prisoner
Once or twice a week, we go to the prison to minister to those who've been incarcerated. In this prison, 90 men and a handful of women squeeze into 3 rooms that are approximately 10' x 15' (according … Read more about From a Prisoner
Just go for it and see what happens!
At the beginning of the month, Jenny, Cait, and I were given the responsibility of putting together a 3-day woman's seminar in a nearby village. After organizing a schedule with Maria's help, … Read more about Just go for it and see what happens!
A walk down the street of Vilanculos
One Sunday evening, Cait and I decided to walk around town, instead of sitting at the church, waiting, until Maria picked up all the people for the service to then start. We'd seen a stall … Read more about A walk down the street of Vilanculos
