Changing Traditions
We’re a ragamuffin bunch but we sure do love each other lol!
We almost always go to Tucson or stay in Bakersfield for Thanksgiving. But this year we went to Stacie’s in Nevada. Only about half the family could make it. It was a great time and a nice change of pace. While we were there I started thinking about traditions.
As a kid we would all go to grandma and grandpa’s house. My grandma’s birthday was the 26th so sometimes we would celebrate her birthday and Thanksgiving together. Good times! Then as we started getting older we would celebrate at my parents house. Now, as my siblings are spread across the country and I mostly live in Thailand, traditions are changing yet again.
Changing traditions is not always easy. There’s a comfort in knowing what to expect. There’s a comfort in knowing that you’ll hear the laughs of your loved ones. Sadly, over time things change. Family member pass away, new members are added, people move.
With all the things that have changed over the years there’s one thing that has remained the same. Love. I’m so thankful for my family. We all get along and look forward to spending time together. We pray for each other. We cry together. We help each other in times of need. My great-grandparents and grandparents might be gone but their legacy of love lives on.
What’s been going on?
October was a very full month! I finished the last class for the licensing requirement. Yay! I went to Tucson for my niece’s quinceanera. So fun! She was beautiful and everyone had a great time. I did a church service at Bethany Church LA. The pastor and his wife are wonderful people! If you’re in Alhambra and don’t have a home church I highly recommend Bethany Church. I went to NV for a week. I had meetings throughout the month. It was non-stop!
November we less busy but went by just as fast! The Saturday with Sara event went really well! It was so good to be face to face with friends and family that have partnered with me. I shared about how my time in Thailand has been going and my time in the US and when I plan to get back. They asked some great questions. Thank you to everyone that came out!!
This month is a bit slower, kind of. Is December ever really a slow month? I won’t be traveling out of state. I don’t think. I’m going to soak up my last Christmas in the US, for a while, with my family.
You make it happen!
I’ve mentioned before that I get to help sponsor a student to go to a christian school. She’s started her second year there and is doing well. I’m happy to share with you that I get to help sponsor another student!
He has had a rough life so far. Filled with abuse and abandonment and criticism. Last month he started attending the christian school. Now he, along with the other student, get to learn and explore their faith in a safe environment.
Your faithful generosity allows me to invest into the lives of these students! Thank you!! As the Lord provides, I would love to sponsor more students.
Would you join me in praying for this young man? He’s been living with one of our Thai staff which has been a safe, secure home for him. The staff member is getting married this month so this young man must find a new place to live.
Prayer partners needed!
I’m still looking for monthly prayer partners. Pick a date and we can pray for each other that day each month.
I’m so grateful for your love, prayers, and support. I hope you have a very merry Christmas!!
