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Simply Good News

Simply Good News

A couple years ago Bailey and I went to Mexico with the youth from our home church during a missions outreach through a local Mexican church. Bailey was a mentor, and leader for the high school girls and I taught the high schoolers each day for a short course on missions. It was clear as […]
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Lemon Cake

Lemon Cake

I've been on a search for new recipes that use only the ingredients I can easily get here. Lemon cake is one of my favorites but they all use lemon pudding - which we can't get here in the Philippines! I finally found this recipe and I love it! I hope you do too!
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A Day at the Shop

A Day at the Shop

Much of my language and culture learning has revolved around the automotive industry. A couple weeks ago my American sense of "Safety in the Workplace" was challenged.
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Racing Through Pain

Racing Through Pain

As we come to the end of our first year here in the Philippines we are tired and a bit battered from a really difficult first year, but we have learned the power of a a good cheering section.
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Where Have I Gone in 30 Years?

Where Have I Gone in 30 Years?

Today is my true 30th birthday, June 23 here, and June 22 in the United States. It is a bit odd to think that this is where I am at the 30 year mark.
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Preparing for the Next Move

Preparing for the Next Move

One thing we have learned to expect since we started with New Tribes Mission Aviation is that we can always expect our plans to change. This is one of those times.
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Mud, Ruts, and Glory

Mud, Ruts, and Glory

A few months ago we purchased a Landcruiser thinking of it as the cheapest most practical 4x4 vehicle for our ministry. We had no idea what things would come from that decision.
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Brian’s June Recipe

Brian’s June Recipe

Okay, so you are getting ripped off this month. This is one of Brian's favorite "survival" meals from college. No skills required.
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Maycie Turns 1

Maycie Turns 1

It has been a whirlwind of a first year for Maycie! She has already lived in 7 different homes, traveled to 3 states and lived in 2 countries.
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