Ten years ago today it was Thanksgiving. The bad news is that Nathanael wasn’t feeling very well. The good news was that we got this classic picture of him calmly watching the turkey. This was at home in Ixtapaluca.
Belated happy Thanksgiving to you all! 🙂
We’re always thankful for smooth border crossings and travel in general, and for luggage that actually arrives. And that’s what happened this time around.
In fact, God even sent us a large taxi that could take all of us and our luggage at the same time back home!
So these things put a bit of a damper on our arrival.
But isn’t it interesting how God has His ways of making you thankful? The next day, the plumber came and fixed the pipe. We got gas. And I sorta had a shower (ok, so water pressure still isn’t a “thing” around here). Then I picked up the van (and something cracked our windshield on the way home — aaack! Enough!) But then we went out for some pozole. So we were very thankful for the simple things, once we got them back!
A few laundry loads and showers (sorta) later, we might even make it to the grocery store today for some actual food to cook. Which we can now cook, because we have gas. But actually, I need some gas in the van. Well, civilization is complicated, isn’t it?
Seriously, though, it’s turning out to be a little more of a challenge than we expected to learn how to live in Mexico again, after 15 weeks away. Even before diving into “official ministry”, we’re finding a plethora of things that we need to deal with, expected and unexpected, while we try to remember how everyday life goes. So the first few days are turning out to be a little tough.
However, it’s still hogar dulce hogar – and we’re so thankful for what God has provided, and we know He’s still here – and in Canada too, with Hannah. And we have been reminded that a shower, even with very little pressure, is still a wonder.
In the past 48 hours or so, someone in the family has been out for lab tests or a doctor’s appointment four times. Two of those before 8am. Everyone is healthy, as far as we know so far! Just routine tests. Of course, that kind of routine can make you tired and sick! 😀
Oh, by the way – if you’re in the Calgary area and you’re interested in coming on Tuesday, please do! If you would like, you can also join us for a prayer meeting before the seminar – at 6pm. If you can’t, no worries, just come at 7pm for the seminar itself.
We’re also getting ready for ministry at Cremona Country Fellowship on Sunday, and then at Innisfail Baptist Church on the 16th. For more details on upcoming events, go here.
But of course what everyone really wants to know is – how is Hannah doing? 🙂
Well, you can ask her for the real story, but she seems to be doing well. Today is day #4 of classes in grade 11 at Prairie Christian Academy, and she’s gradually getting her schedule figured out and getting used to where to go when. Lord willing we’ll be seeing her on the weekend.
So what’s coming up besides all this? Well, more errands and general work to do, yes – more doctors’ appointments. And getting Nathanael ready for school – another priority. So yes – as disjointed as all this sounds, we are indeed keeping busy in Canada.
Yes, today is the big day! Hannah is moving into the dorm in Three Hills. For your edification, here is an actual picture of the three hills:
We’ve been crazy busy making sure Hannah has clothes to wear and pencils to write with (and draw with!), and all that stuff. Shari is giving Hannah a hand unpacking right now.
School apparently begins on Tuesday, but we should all be going to the kick-off BBQ on Monday, Lord willing.
Thanks for your prayers for Hannah as she adjusts to the crazy activities and events and classes and people that come with her new life in Three Hills. One step at a time!
“The Best Day Yet”
“Delightful”
“The Greatest Way to Spend and Afternoon!”
“We just want to go back…”
These are examples of words and phrases that we probably didn’t use after our visit to the dentist yesterday. But hey, these things have to be done!
Yes, various medical appointments continue, maybe not our favourite part of the tour, but still important.
As usual there has been a lot going on as we continue our time here in Canada. We very much enjoyed our time at Penhold Church of Hope, and also at New Hope Gospel Church in Provost. We’ve also had some time to visit with friends and family that we rarely see.
But what’s concerning us now are – the countdowns! As I write, here’s where they’re at…
The rest of us return to Mexico:
3 weeks, 4 days
Yeah – so – we have a lot to do to get Hannah ready for school, and a lot to do to get everything done that we need to do before travelling back. We’re already starting to look at upcoming ministry in Mexico.
So, there’s lots to think about and lots to do! So I’d better get back to work. 🙂
Oh, don’t forget – if you’re in southern Alberta, be sure to check where we’ll be in September, and come see us!
Ten years ago today. A new school year was about to begin, and we were in a new city – Ixtapaluca. So, it was time for some paperwork, including new photos of Hannah and Nathanael!
