Today, I am heavy with the war we face, I am fighting discouragement after a powerful week. Please don't think for a second, that we are not in a war. Anytime we defend the … Read more about Bring it on!
A Straight pin and a prayer
This past week I was with five of my six children at a care-point, as usual within minutes our arms were full of children. These children were especially excited to see us, and pulling and … Read more about A Straight pin and a prayer
37 is lookin good
I was dreading my 37th birthday, for a few reasons. I can not be with my parents for the first time since I was born, for one, and 40 seems closer than ever, with the physical signs to prove … Read more about 37 is lookin good
darkest of the dark
Living in a third world country teaches you things you can not learn by watching TV. We are exposed daily to the reality of AIDS, poverty and hopelessness. I am able to cope relatively well with all … Read more about darkest of the dark
Father’s
Today is Fathers Day, I am sad I cannot easily connect with my own father, who I adore, and my father in law who I am also crazy about…I did get to spend the day with my husband, … Read more about Father’s
What does Nokatula mean?
When Gary picked me up at the airport, 6 weeks ago, he brought with him a new spiritual son, Nick. They both informed me in my jet-lagged state that Nick was adopting an abandon … Read more about What does Nokatula mean?
daily life in Swazi
Most of the emails I get are asking what an average day is like here in Swaziland Africa… It is different that the States of course, but people are the same everywhere…people are working to … Read more about daily life in Swazi
Amazing Moms
Happy mothers day to all of you. I have the honor of being raised by an exceptional mother, and marrying a man that was also raised by an exceptional woman….Happy mothers day to my … Read more about Amazing Moms
the start of “an African dream”
I am hot, sweaty, thirsty and pretty much a mess…my skirt is covered in dusty dirt as well as various kinds of human goobers left by little people holding on to me….It was a great day! … Read more about the start of “an African dream”
