“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold the new has come.” 2 Corinthians 5: 17
We have Internet!!!
That means so many things, doesn’t it? I can get directions, recipes and medical information. I can shop, register my kids for sports and call my friends in Togo over skype. I can check facebook, look up phone numbers and simply surf. The hubby can check sports scores. The kids can visit their favorite sites.
Best of all, I can blog anytime I want.
We leave today to begin our Summer of Suitcases! We are traveling all over to visit family and friends. On the schedule this summer…Arkansas, Texas, Tennessee, California, Washington, and Colorado. I am not sure what my Internet access will be like, so I may be missing for a few weeks. But, there are a few things I wanted to share before we hit the road.
Just for fun I thought I’d take Patty and Sandi up on their offer to fill this out for myself. My answers are reflective of what’s going on with the move…don’t you think? Try it yourself..it’s fun and challenging to think of only ONE word!!!
1. Where is your cell phone? Nowhere
2. Your significant other? Integrity
3. Your hair? Sweaty
4. Your mother? Heaven
5. Your father? Preacher
6. Your favorite thing? People
7. Your dream last night? Stress-filled
8. Your favorite drink? Milkshake
9. Your goal or dream? Artist
10. The room you’re in? Living
11. Your kids? Energetic
12. Your fear? Crazy
13. Where do you want to be in 6 years? Sane
14. Where were you last night? Home
15. What you’re not? Mild
16. Muffins? Fresh
17. One of your wish list items? Peace
18. Where you grew up? California
19. The last thing you did ? Chocolate Cake
20. What are you wearing? Clothes
21. Your TV? Off
22. Your pets? Gone
23. Your computer? Slow
24. Your life? Up-in-the-air
25. Your mood? Tense
26. Missing someone? Always
27. Your car? Sold
28. Something you’re not wearing? Jewelry
29. Favorite Store? Drugstore
30. Your summer? Traveling
31. Like someone? Yes
32. Your favorite color? Blue
33. When is the last time you laughed? 5 minutes ago
34. Last time you cried? Can’t remember
35. The person who sent this to you? Patty/Sandi
36. Who will/would resend this? ????
37. A good book? Perfect
38. A good movie? Challenging
39. A good song? Dance
40. One word to share? Love
My buddy, Becky Reeves, tagged me to list my mentors and older-than-me friends (minus parents) that have influenced me positively over the years. I don’t always do these tag things, but in this case, I think it’s worthwhile to think about the ways special people have aided me on my walk through life. I’ve put an asterisk by the ones that I have never met, yet influenced me through their words- either through speeches or books. The others have been a part of my life in person at some point. Some of them only for a brief season. Some of them I still converse with often. Some of them might not even know the impact they have had on me. In no particular order…
Thank you, I am blessed!
I’d like to hear from some of you! Cheryl, Kelly, Katrina…you’re it!
you were wondering where I’ve been. Our internet has been frustratingly wacked out! It will work for two minutes and then stop for 15 minutes (or something random like that) all day long! I have some pictures of Esther and Ezra that I am eager to share with you. Also, some shots of our Christmas tree decorating evening. Stay tuned…pray that Togotelecom can get their act together soon.
Ben Ries! Congratulations! I will be sending a live elephant your way soon. Better yet, why don’t we take you on a safari in February and you can see them in their natural habitat? Keep checking the mail, your treat from Togo will arrive in about 3 weeks. Thanks to everyone for playing along. Happy Reading!
This is not an original idea with me, but I think it’ll be fun….
As a way to say “Thanks” to my readers for actually reading what I write AND leaving comments from time to time. I am having a little blog contest. It’s simple really, if you are the 10,000 visitor to New Creation leave a comment and you’ll receive a small gift from Togo!!! (Oooh…I wonder what it could be? Sugar peanuts? A carved elephant? Lovely fabric?)
How can you tell if you’re the 10,000 visitor? Check the blog stats on the right column. Can’t wait to see who wins!!!!
Fourth Grade Tales, the official writing blog of my 4th grade class is ready for you to pay it a visit! For the first set of postings, Isaac Ries, Abigail Miller and Hannah Reeves have each written a story from the perspective of a gold nugget. This assignment went along with our history study of the 1849 California Gold Rush. I know they would appreciate you taking the time to read and comment on their stories. A little bit of encouragement goes a long way to an aspiring writer. Go now… fourthgradetales.wordpress.com
It’s been awhile since I’ve posted. (Did anyone miss me?) Here’s why, we were out of country to attend a team retreat. Then, when I arrived back home my Internet was down. It took a few days to get it working again. The third reason is that I’m dog tired without my husband around to help me with the boys after a day of teaching. Plus it’s been very hot! But, I’ve rallied long enough to give a little update…aren’t you pleased?
Our family had a wonderful time at our bi-annual team retreat at Coconut Grove in Elmina, Ghana. It was refreshing to get away and enjoy God’s amazing Atlantic Ocean! The grown-ups spent time setting personal goals for the next six months, affirming each others God-given gifts and praying for the work and each other. During our meetings, the children were entertained by Beth and Tyler Friesen- a sister/brother pair of teenagers from Kara that traveled with us. As families, we enjoyed playing in the waves! This is the first year for all three Ries boys to really like the roughness of the ocean. They handled swallowing sea water, being knocked down by powerful waves and sand in their trunks like pros! They also rode horses and collected sea shells.
After saying good-bye to Bryan in Accra, Emily, the boys and I made our way back to Kara. It was a prayer covered trip to be sure! The boys did great during the 11 hour drive (a BIG thank you to Emily!). I did pretty good too considering that it’s election season here and every small town we passed through the road was filled with campaigners. One guy even jumped on the back of our truck and started dancing! All the excitement slowed the trip down some, but to be honest it took two hours longer than when Bryan drives because I’m a slower drive. The boys reminded me of this frequently.
Now we are back home and into the swing of the school routine. I am more tired than usual, but it’s the good kind of tired…a job well done tired. I am using all I’ve got to keep meals coming, lessons prepared and attitudes in check (including my own). Thankfully, I’ve learned that sometimes even that’s not enough! God is my strong tower and believe me I’m running into Him!
Blessings to you!!!
Well, what do you think? I’ve been wanting to change my picture and color scheme for awhile now, but I didn’t know how to do it! Thankfully, my brother-in-law, Andy is a web designer and graciously agreed to help me out. I think I’ll change the look every few months now! While I’ve got your attention..I’ve been meaning to ask you what topics would you like to hear more about, kids? motherhood? food?culture? I’d like to know my audience a little bit better. Plus, I aim to please. Just leave a comment! Thanks!
Recent Comments