After the Holidays . . .

Sarah and ?????? enjoying some time in Jinja. This little girl crawled into Sarah's lap and stayed there for more than an hour. We asked her name many times, but never quite understood what she answered. Her mom/sister ??? was nearby, but never came to greet us . . .

This is "Vanessa", Acacia's birthday present and my current source of stress!!!!! Seems some potty training is in order . . .

Sarah and Grandma taught Kevin and Acacia to make clothes from old socks for their bears. They both enjoyed the project and time with their cousin and Grandma.

A family photo for the season . . .

Being that the holidays are here, we gave time off for those who help us keep things going around the house. This meant that there was no one coming to fetch water for us. Toby and Abraham stepped into help and they were a GREAT help!!!

So, Papa and Grandma and Sarah stepped onto a plane late Sunday night as we again bid goodbye to family members. This period is always tough on the kids, but also difficult for us as we try to comfort them while dealing with our own emotions. We have had amazing visits with both my mom and nephew and Geoff's parents and niece. It is such a blessing to us that they all were able to come visit and see us here in the life we now lead. Having them with us boosts us and encourages us. We are so grateful to God that He enabled them to travel over the big blue to be here for a time.

We now turn our attention to the upcoming year and the fine-tuning of our vision and focus. We are in prayer to God for His plan and for our own well-being in the process. We are where He has planted us and are sure of His hand on us, but the specifics for these next few months, the new school term, the preparing for furlough next summer are all things we present to Him and ask for focused clarity. We have you in our thoughts as we pray that you, too, present yourself to Him and allow Him to guide you.

Happy New Year and many blessings for the year ahead!!!!