Monday, July 23, 2007

End of the trip to the States





It is my last day here in the states. It has seemed like a fast trip, but really was one month! I have been blessed and refreshed in so many ways. It truly was an answer to prayers after this very difficult year. I am so excited to go back and share with my friends and "family" in the DR.

As I thought about certain stores some of my Dominican friends would love to go to, but also the overwhelming feeling of TOO much, God reminded me of how it is a great example of him. After living in a place where you get two options (and one isn't a real option because it isn't good), walking into any store you are hit with a sense of being overwhelmed. So many choices, so much abundance (and in only one store!). It is a great picture of God's love for us; so abundant. He is love and can't help but love us! Or a buffet is a great example. I couldn't believe it when I could chose anything I wanted and eat all I could! It gave me a great example of what God's banquet will be like.

I was refreshed by the messages I heard at my church this month and even downloaded the ones I missed. It is a series on the myths that make us miserable and the truth that sets us free. Check it out, because it is so much the truth that I have learned living in a developing nation and you can hear about it right here in the states!

Thank you to all you helped make this month a huge blessing. I pray that God would bring more blessing and grace into your life, as he did mine this month. See you in the DR!!!

Friday, July 20, 2007

My DR Video

Friday, July 13, 2007

Summer Fun!

Beth & I enjoying coffee!
I love the ice cream here!
I get to drive everywhere!
Grandma & I cleaning out her closet.

Well, it's half way through my visit here in the United States and it has been a full one. The biggest change is having to get used to the schedules. Everyone here has schedules. You even have to schedule hang out time. It is very different from what I am used to. We just stop by and visit or invite people the day before. When in the US, do like the North Americans do...
If you didn't get a newsletter or an invite to my celebration, everyone's INVITED:

BBQ Saturday July 14, 5pm @ The Simpson's in Chico (Stilson Canyon) 616 Coyote