The funeral

February 20, 2012

As we wrap up our time here in the tribe and get ready for home assignment we have recently been reminded vividly of the reason why we are here and the urgency in getting back so we can continue with studying the language and culture of the Ga’dang people. This past term we were able […]

Sophia

February 18, 2012

How can we not love this sweet girl?! You would think that after the first 4 kids that we would be well practiced for #5. Since the day Sophia was born she has kept us hoppin’! She has a lot of energy and spice in that little body of hers. Some times that spice is […]

Engagement Party

February 16, 2012

Last week our neighbour’s daughter was getting engaged. What a great time for us to learn the customs of the people here. We could look right our our window, stand on our porch and watch or go right down to be in the middle of it all. The young lady is 16 yrs old and […]

Expectations of Home Assignment-Top 30 things we want to do in 2012

February 16, 2012

In just 3 1/2 weeks we will be back in Canada! So I was thinking about what my/our expectations might be for home assignment this year. Last time we were “home” we were so busy. We had a great time but returned to the Philippines feeling like we didn’t do everything we wanted to. This […]

New Family Picture 2012

February 16, 2012

Here is our family. Hala- 13 yrs; Kyle- 11 yrs; Sophia- 4 yrs Charlotte- 9 yrs; Chuck; Shannon; Eli- 14 1/2 yrs Jenna- 2 yrs (April 6th) Here is another fun picture. Notice that Jenna is holding up 6 fingers! She did this all on her own. There are 6 kids and she is #6! […]