Rushing, Rushing, Rushing

No, I am not revisiting my college days by joining a sorority. :) I'm talking about my last 13 days in the U.S.

I spent my morning trying to pack as much as I could while keeping out my toiletries and clothes for my IL trip (July 24th-Aug 1st). It's so hard to think about what HAS to go this time, what I would LIKE to go this time, and what can be stored for LATER trips. Any more decision making and my brain might ooze out my ears. On top of all that, American Airlines has a summer embargo (sp?) in place, so my bags absolutely cannot weigh more than 50 lbs. At other times you can pay a hefty sum for 20 more lbs. allowance, but not in Aug.

So, I decided to share my angst and take a break all at the same time :)

My brother came out for a few days and a wonderful time was had by all! The kiddos are really loving their Uncle Matt, and he is so good with them. God love him, though, he's not used to how much energy it takes to keep up with them! Kimber might be coming out sometime this week to spend the night (bringing the kiddos, of course). I'm always up for a little more sister time!

Good to Go - the authorized version!

Whelp (which is just a happier way to say "well") I finally am released to return to Bolivia! This always makes me laugh, b/c I will forever associate "released" with L. Lowry's "The Giver"

BUT, bad association aside, I am heading back to Bolivia on Aug. 2nd. HQ records show that I still need $40/month to be pledged, but already God is providing for that need. I am amazed again by His faithfulness and the love and support of others. I'm surrounded, and I know it.

So, now I have a few weeks to pack, although I'll be in IL for the last week of July, and my brother is coming to visit for 4 days. I have to remind myself that I don't have alot of time left :)

Thanks, everyone, for this year of love, prayers, encouragement, and fun. I have loved being on HMA this year and spending time with you.

Just found

So, for some reason, I love this picture. Maybe it's the biter coming out in me. Just thought I would share the love.