Today, we remember the events of 11 September 2001 and the lives lost that day. I remember driving to school in eighth grade, hearing about it on the radio, and asking my mom what was happening. She explained as best she could at 7:00am, mere hours after the attack took place in New York. But … Continue reading In Memory
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July 2023 Review
We're frantically running around our apartment packing and cleaning today. Tomorrow at 5:00am, we depart on our 5-week Alaskan adventure. Woohoo! As we think about the month of July, though, here are some things we want to remember: We spent lots of time outside in the town square by our apartment, including playing ping pong … Continue reading July 2023 Review
Camping in Saint-Raymond
Last Monday morning, we left for a couple days of camping in Saint-Raymond, about an hour northwest of Quebec City! When we reserved the site for this trip a few weeks ago, we had no idea that our two-night trip would take place during massive, massive rainstorms. Oops. The day before we left, I got … Continue reading Camping in Saint-Raymond
Father’s Day 2023
Yesterday, we celebrated and remembered the fathers (and father figures!) in our lives. What a blessing to be surrounded by men who love the Lord and love others. Dad, you have always encouraged me to do my best (even in summer sports, when I always got hit by the ball) and cheered for me in … Continue reading Father’s Day 2023
Happy Birthday, Melissa!
Today is Melissa’s birthday, and her first one in Québec City! Melissa loves God, family and friends, adventures, yarn, and good coffee. She is always looking for ways to encourage and build others up. Be it through a conversation, gifts, or note, she is a light to everyone around her. Melissa loves adventure: camping, hiking, … Continue reading Happy Birthday, Melissa!
Mother’s Day
In honor of Mother's Day yesterday, I wanted to share this article: A Tribute to Mothers Who Send Their Children into Missions. Allen and I are both so thankful to have mamas who support and encourage us to follow God's guiding. Allen's mom passed into eternity several years ago, but her legacy of faith lives … Continue reading Mother’s Day
February Flashback
Well. The last week has a been a real doozy! In 2021, our "word of the year" was pivot, and we may have to adopt that word again for 2023. We'll share more in the coming weeks, but for now, let's just have a fun look back. Here are some pictures from around the 8th … Continue reading February Flashback
Christmas 2022 Recap
My parents came for Christmas!!!! They flew in late on the 19th, after having every single flight delayed on their way here from Oregon. And because we'd been able to keep their visit a surprise from the kids, they woke up early and were sitting on the couch when our kids stumbled out of bed … Continue reading Christmas 2022 Recap
Happy New Year – 2023
Happy New Year, friends! We pray today finds you actively waiting in eager anticipation for all that God will do in the coming year. As I was thinking about 2023 yesterday, I was greatly comforted by the fact that God sees both 1 January 2023 and 31 December 2023, along with every single day in … Continue reading Happy New Year – 2023
Merry Christmas from Québec!
Let the heavens rejoice, let the earth be glad;let the sea resound, and all that is in it.Let the fields be jubilant, and everything in them;let all the trees of the forest sing for joy.Let all creation rejoice before the Lord, for He comes,He comes to judge the earth.He will judge the world in righteousnessand … Continue reading Merry Christmas from Québec!