
When Morning Comes
The bright sunlight pushed its way through my curtains; filling the small, white room with light and easing me to full consciousness. A flock of birds chattered noisily in the mango tree outside and the songs and shouts of schoolchildren floated in from the village next door. My eyes opened slowly, and I lay there […]

Extra Blessings
God is a good, good father. Not only does He provide for our basic needs, but He often gives us extra blessings. This month, God blessed me with a last-minute seat on a short flight to visit some friends at Wycliffe’s centre. It was wonderful to see some familiar faces! On the return flight in […]

How do you get to a wedding?
Maybe you drive, walk if it’s nearby, or even take a bus. But have you ever taken a gumi (inner tube) or waded across a river? That’s exactly what I did this weekend on my way to a wedding! I am grateful that I was given the opportunity to attend the ceremony and witness an […]
About
Hello! My name is Tessa Blackstad, and I have just arrived in Papua New Guinea as a homeschool consultant for tribal and support missionaries. I am currently involved in language learning in the Highlands region.