It’s Your Choice
It’s official, Caleb and I have completed half of our contract here in Thailand. How in the world are we already in month 6 of living in Thailand? There are days when my heart is so overwhelmed with thanks that…
Celebrity Status
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be a celebrity? When I was a little girl I thought I wanted to be an actress and thought I wanted all that came with the title. Well, after living…
Thai Kiddos
Kids are cute. There is no denying it. But there is something especially cute about Thai kids. The precious little ones here have captivated our hearts. Not only do we adore the students we teach during the week, but we…
Answered Prayers & Precious Students
Thank you for all of prayers on my birthday! They were truly felt! As the day progressed my homesickness dwindled. I am not traditionally a fan of being the center of attention so I did not tell anyone it was…
My Birthday & the Blues
Well, today is a day to celebrate. Today is my birthday. And unfortunately I am homesick. Growing up my family always did birthdays in a big way. Our house was covered in balloons, streamers, signs, and confetti. The day started out…
Lessons from 2 Years of Marriage
Has it really been 2 years since we said ‘I do’ in front of our friends and family? August 24, 2012 feels like a lifetime ago and like yesterday all at the same time. The emotions and the memories from…
Am I Belittling God’s Gifts?
When Caleb and I first arrived in Nakhon Si Thammarat, everything seemed magical. Everything was beautiful and new. The warm sun shined brightly everyday and we soaked up every sight, sound, and smell- the good and the bad. Every experience…
Try to be Alive
“Try to learn to breathe deeply, really to taste food when you eat, & when you sleep, really to sleep. Try as much as possible to be wholly alive with all your might, & when you laugh, laugh like crazy……
We are All Sinking
Grace. Where would we be if it weren’t for grace? This past week I have been overwhelmed by the beautiful gift of God’s grace. You see, until about 5 years ago I was openly living a life filled with sin.…
Our 3rd Honeymoon in Koh Samui
A lot can happen in two years of marriage. In two years we have lived in 3 homes, 2 different states, and 2 different countries. In 2 years we have traveled to 6 countries, 8 states (technically more if you…
