I guess it would depend on the child as to where they feel home is. When we went to Croatia, Noah was just barely four years old. He has spent half of his life in America and half in Croatia. I think he identifies more with Croatia. It's really all he remembers. This video I found talks about just that. Maybe you will understand more of what a missionary kid goes through as he/she eventually becomes a Third Culture Kid.
8/25/13
How Great is Our God
Lover of Christian music
that brings glory to God
and stirs the heart
to worship the Lord.
Our God is GREAT and MIGHTY TO SAVE
us from our sins if we just ask!
I'm so glad I found this in the Croatian language.
Incidently, this concert took place in our hometown in Croatia
just after we arrived.
Enjoy!
8/22/13
Trim Healthy Mama
Many of you may have traveled or are traveling down the road called "Weight Loss Journey" a time or two. Why is it that when that road gets bumpy and hard to follow, we give up. Maybe we have hit a weight loss plateau. Maybe we have cheated one too many times and the weight is slowly creeping back on us.
I too have walked that road a time or two. I had a lot of success with Weight Watchers after having Ally. I lost 25 pounds and then started deputation a year later! Needless to say, I gained it all back and then some...another pregnancy!!
I often wonder if I will ever make my goal weight and feel comfy with the way I look and feel? I want to desperately, how about you? What is stopping us? We all know that the weight didn't come on us overnight.
Just recently through Facebook I have heard a lot about Trim Healthy Mama. I joined the fan page and saw before/after pictures of women that looked just like me. They all looked amazing! I had to know their secret, so I bought the e-book. The thoughts behind their plan is that our bodies are being bombarded by way too much fat and carbs together. Our bodies cannot handle that kind of eating. These ladies have come up with a plan to simply just separate high fat meals from those with sensible carbs. This way your body can focus on burning on fuel at a time and then burning your own body fat. I have not been following the plan to the letter, but I have lost 6 pounds in 3 weeks.
If you are interested in knowing more about Trim Healthy Mama, the best place to start is HERE. I will say that this diet may not be for everyone.
I too have walked that road a time or two. I had a lot of success with Weight Watchers after having Ally. I lost 25 pounds and then started deputation a year later! Needless to say, I gained it all back and then some...another pregnancy!!
I often wonder if I will ever make my goal weight and feel comfy with the way I look and feel? I want to desperately, how about you? What is stopping us? We all know that the weight didn't come on us overnight.
Just recently through Facebook I have heard a lot about Trim Healthy Mama. I joined the fan page and saw before/after pictures of women that looked just like me. They all looked amazing! I had to know their secret, so I bought the e-book. The thoughts behind their plan is that our bodies are being bombarded by way too much fat and carbs together. Our bodies cannot handle that kind of eating. These ladies have come up with a plan to simply just separate high fat meals from those with sensible carbs. This way your body can focus on burning on fuel at a time and then burning your own body fat. I have not been following the plan to the letter, but I have lost 6 pounds in 3 weeks.
If you are interested in knowing more about Trim Healthy Mama, the best place to start is HERE. I will say that this diet may not be for everyone.
8/20/13
Croatian Bible Study- New Fall Study
Over the summer I joined a Croatian/English Bible study through Good Morning Girls. I remembered seeing a while back that they were going to offer the Bible study in the Croatian language. I thought...perfect! It would help me with constant language in front of me daily. Well, it was helpful and a little overwhelming all at the same time. I'm glad that I joined though because I "met" some really wonderful Croatian women hungry to hear from God. A few of them are located in my hometown in Croatia! Bonus!! I'm thankful for being able to cross paths with Rosilind, who is serving the Lord with her husband Zlatko. She is doing a great job heading up Dobro Jutro Djevojke!!
We are doing a new study for fall, Ljubiti kao Isus and I can't wait. If you want to follow the Bible study in English click HERE.
We are doing a new study for fall, Ljubiti kao Isus and I can't wait. If you want to follow the Bible study in English click HERE.
8/17/13
A Lovely Song
Lovely words and harmony about how the Lord hears the cries of His children when we are in need. Also, He hears the cry of one who realizes their need of salvation. I may not always stay in touch with friends, but it is good to know that God is there the second I speak His name!
I don't know all the words to this song or the exact meaning, but from the parts that I do know it is a blessing to my soul.
I don't know all the words to this song or the exact meaning, but from the parts that I do know it is a blessing to my soul.
7/11/13
A Family Reunion of Sorts
Every time we come back for a furlough, we have the opportunity to reunite with other missionaries for a time of encouragement, to be refreshed, to be challenged, and to hopefully make new and lasting friendships. I'm thankful my kids made friends this week. They so need them and I think missionary kids just understand what each other is going through. I also have some new missionary wives ( in Europe too!) who were a real blessing to me.
Our time spent at the missionary retreat in Branson this past June was all that and so much more! We belong to a great group of missionaries who are all striving toward the same goal... to reach those who have never heard the Good News of the Gospel! There were retired missionaries, new missionaries, veteran missionaries, missionaries representing almost every continent.
I loved hearing about all of their experiences and gleaning helpful information about being a missionary. I learned that no two missionaries are like and that what works on a particular field may not in Croatia. Us women were challenged to be a woman of grace. I'm so glad that I had the chance to speak about the blessings of living and serving The Lord in Croatia.
Honestly, I may belong to a group of missionaries, but when I looked around that week...I didn't see our group name Baptist Bible Fellowship I saw so much more... People With A Burden for Others. I am thankful for the Baptist Bible Fellowship along with our supporting church for everything they do to help our family in Croatia. Ultimately it is The Lord and the prayers of our faithful supporters that keep us there in Croatia. We couldn't do what we do without them all.
I love what we do...even on the hard days!
(Hopefully pics will accompany this post soon)
6/17/13
"A Perfect 10"
Ms. Grace turned double digits this Father's Day! Wow, time sure has flown by. I am almost sure that we just brought this little bundle of joy home with us!
Like it or not, she is ten. Anyway here are ten things we love about our Ally:
1. She is hard working- loves to clean, organize etc.
2. A diligent student
3. Not selfish and is willing to share what she has...even money. ;)
4. Loves to snuggle...since birth
5. Loves her family and friends unconditionally
6. Always wants to please those around her- unfortunately some take advantage of that.
7. She is my Target shopping buddy
8. Gives the best hugs
9. Is sensitive like her momma
10. Loves Jesus and I'm so glad she's mine!
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