Today is our first Thanksgiving in another country. So far so good! We had a normal day of classes and we got out an hour early. We are privileged to have family here unlike all our friends who long to be with family today. We do miss the Macy’s parade & college football….I bet you [...]
day off
yesterday was a nice change in our routine. we had the day off from school to celebrate Thanksgiving Day. kind of strange that thanksgiving is not for another week, but i’m not complaining. we didn’t do much. i made breakfast for the 4 of us, Etel came in to work, we enjoyed being at home [...]
last weekend
We were invited to listen to Etel’s (our domestic helper) son (Diego) play in his band. Actually there were a total of 10 bands. All were young, in college, trying to make a name for themselves. It reminded me a little bit of American Idol. They were judged by professional musicians [...]
quit talking…just listen
This morning I took some time off from my busy routine to just listen to what Jesus wanted to say to my heart. He was very kind and gracious but at the same time very truthful and convicting. It occurred to me that I have a tendency to talk too much when I [...]
iron sharpens iron
I dig what Proverbs 27:17 says, “Iron sharpens iron, and one man sharpens another.” For the past several weeks a group of us guys have met for about one hour every Wednesday for prayer and conversation. Making the time to get together has encouraged my heart and mind. Right now we are in the process [...]
