The first meeting was filled with a high level of uncertainty and awkwardness. As the first encounter progressed, my shields had to go up real quick as the arrows began to fly with fury. I was impressed by this American’s creative verbal attacks, yet struggled not to be offended. Because of God’s love, I was [...]
This week has been an exciting one here in K-Town! After nearly 2 months without seeing most of our friends, the majority have returned from their homes scattered all over the country to begin the second semester. It has been a really special time of reconnecting with old friends, but there is also a new [...]
We had a long day, and I was tired and just wanted to be alone for a while. I decided to go for a walk, even though it was already after 9 pm. But something in me just wanted to get out and think and talk to the Lord. It seemed like such a long [...]
It’s been over a month since I’ve written. I was hoping to have a great story to tell you after traveling during Spring Festival to visit friends, but, the truth is, I never made it on the trip. Thirty minutes before leaving, I suddenly and inexplicably injured my shoulder. I couldn’t move my left arm [...]
After switching buses on the way to Celia’s, Skittles and I welcomed the extra seats and took advantage of the room to get some shut eye. Little did we know the exciting day awaiting us! Upon arrival, we met Celia and her friend Alex. Together we stopped to try a local tofu snack. Then we [...]
I sit here trying to think of words to share this week, but I find my words fail. My computer cursor runs back and forth as I type, then backspace, then type again. It seems creativity is not my friend this afternoon. Writer’s block, the age old dilemma. I scour my brain trying to think [...]
Standing by the east gate river, I stopped and watched as dozens of glowing, red paper lamps rose against a full yellow moon. The Lantern Festival consumed the night; Disneyland fireworks set off at will and random by children and grandparents alike burst across the sky, hot embers hit the rooftops and ashes fell in [...]
Coming to a new country has been such a humbling experience. At home I was an independent adult. Here it’s quite an accomplishment for me to go to the store and buy shampoo. I feel helpless most of the time. My speaking and listening ability has improved a lot, but I still can’t read anything. [...]
My friend Shane became a Christian about five months ago. Soon after he came into the family he phoned home to tell his Mother and Sister that his life had been totally transformed by the Lord. They were very surprised and a little overwhelmed. Overall they didn’t seem to take it too well which broke [...]
Many times in my life the Lord has taught me that even in life’s most difficult circumstances, His love can still shine through. This truth proved itself again this week, not only in my life, but also in the life of one of my Chinese friends, J. On Monday I received an e-mail from J, [...]