Leaving the USA

So we are packed up. Clothes are sorted, toys are ready to go, space heaters are going as well. Brent has made his famous chili and even Mandy is providing her chicken spaghetti. No hair dryer coming, makeup, or even nice clothes. I am not even leaving with the expectation of a good hot shower for 6 days. BUT I am so excited. Going on a mission trip to Mexico with a goal to love on His people. We will deliver used clothes, used toys, do a ladies luncheon, minister to the men, and do a little VBS. Nope none of us really speak Spanish, but God always provides and we can certainly love on the people without a common language. I have been on these trips many times in the past, to the same place, but it has been at least 10 years since I have gone. One of the things I love most about being there is how simple life is. I am so ready to be away from TV, cell phones, computers, and a lot of people. I want to be able to go and reflect on things. I am desiring to be still for a while and get to know God some more.

A little while ago someone suggested that I go on a mission trip. !!! (Great idea Nesa) I reconnected with people from The Village who I had done the trips with and they were beginning planning and was hesitant at first, but quickly got on board. I am little sad that I will not see Erica during her first Christmas. (Oh and I will not see her parents Russell or Jeanette either:)

Hope everyone had a Merry Christmas and I ask that you pray for us this week. That God would increase in Mexico and that the trip would not be about us and what we are doing but the total focus would be on Him and bringing Christ the glory. Pray that we would be protected both physically and spiritually. Pray for good tires, and excellent gas mileage. Pray totally for God's will in all that we do.

Our Verse for the Week

Ephesians 4:1-2

Therefore I urge you bothers to live a life worthy of the calling you have received. Be completely humble and gentle baring with one another in love.

LET'S Go: Sherry, Stephen, Tamara, Brent, Ashely, Hunter, Tony, Lolly, and the kids:

Alana (6), Ethan (3), Austin(7)

Plans are to be back December 31. I will try and update when we return.

Random Act that is Totally Cool, You Should Try It

Last weekend I was returning from celebrating my grandfather's 90th birthday. (Imagine walking this earth for 90 years, I cannot even fathom.) Back to the story, I was in line at chick-fil-a, ordering one of my favorites chicken nuggets, when I pulled up to pay and the nice lady at the window said the lady in front of me had paid for my order and asked her to wish me a Merry Christmas. I was kinda dumbfounded, prepared to pay, but not having to, able to drive away from the window without paying. After I drive away, I was kinda mad a myself because I thought I missed an opportunity to return the favor to the person behind me. I was excited though, becuase I couldn't to actually do it myself to someone. It was funny how a little $5 meal blessed my life, made me smile, left me a little shocked, and gave me a story of kindness to tell people. The next day I went back through Chick-fil-a for breakfast and returned the favor. Do it for someone, bless someone with a simple, tiny act of kindness, remind people about the kindness that is still out there.