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Besides family and friends the best things about being in the States were:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1.  Christian radio and new music
2.  The Apple Store and their ability to fix the problems I’ve been having with my computer for the past 11 months by sending it away for all of 3 days.
3.  The Cozy Cottage, of course. (small town diner where I go for breakfast)
4.  Swimming at the Y
5.  My couch and fireplace and carpet (softness on my feet!)
6.  My dishwasher
7.  Risotto, salmon, bacon, authentic Mexican food and sushi
8.  Worship and Mission Nights at Warsaw Community Church
9.  Y Basketball and being around for new life events
10.  General accessibility- you need a part for your computer?  You can actually drive to a store and buy it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Click on the image above to see what things I really miss the most when I’m away and the best blessings of being home.<\/em><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

But if you really want to see the best things about being in the States . . .<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Thoughts from the plane. . .<\/strong> What a whirlwind this time home has been.  Most days I was out visiting with people for a walk on the track at the Y, swimming in the pool, or sharing breakfast, lunch and\/or dinner.  It was all so good, and my heart is full.  At first, I was just a jumble of words, so I apologize to anyone I only saw in those first weeks.  You were part of helping me process through, and the Lord was faithful to provide me with clear thoughts by the time I needed to speak at church.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Some of the ladies that are part of my “pit crew” or support group.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

I realized with renewed clarity why I believe missionary care is important and why the church’s role in that care is vital. My role is to help churches and missionaries connect, so that the church can invest in their physical, spiritual and emotional well-being.  I was renewed with excitement about the way God can and wants to use the experiences and skills He’s given us to further His kingdom  (*Pray for more laborers to fill the gaps we have here in PNG) But over everything else I’ve learned this year I have seen that the Lord God is trustworthy to lead us step by step into the purposes He has for us and to provide for us abundantly in those steps.  He is faithful<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thank you to every one of you I was able to share this journey with while home.  Thank you for listening and for your prayers.  You are such a a blessing to me.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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