Monday, May 9, 2016

Leaving 'Home'

Support level update: We are at 69% of our recommended support level. We can buy plane tickets when we reach 75%. 

It's hard to put into words all the things we are processing right now. On one hand, we're excited because we're soooo close to buying tickets and finally making it to the Philippines. On the other hand, we realize we'll soon leave our family, friends, church family, and the familiarity of our 'home' here. 

We've been sorting, purging, and packing our home. We're still trying to get in touch with churches and individuals about supporting our ministry (if we haven't gotten to you yet, don't wait! come see us...we just might have cookies). Then there's the time with family that we are truly treasuring right now as we won't see them for years at a time. On top of all that, there's vision, dental, and well-check appointments, thank yous to write, and various things that have to be done before we leave the country. 

We got to see Uncle Brandon and visit the zoo!


We're pushing to leave in mid-September after Holly's oldest brother gets married. That's only a few months away! We're so thankful as we look back on how God has brought us thus far and how He will continue to be with us in the future.

Pray with us as we process the big transitions ahead for our family and that our support will continue to increase. If you could also pray specifically for sleep and rest that would be great. There hasn't been a lot of that lately due to a certain small person who is working on a molar. 



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