2076-2081

2076. a mini reunion with the Zambia team. same unifying playful spirit. friendships have been forged and it is encouraging to see them remain consistent. we shared joys and how God moved and continues too. i really love my church 

2077. an official job offer for nathan at crossroads, at least for 2 years, and that prospect inpires and excites us. thankful for the opportunity, thankful for the invitation, and thankful to dig deeper in the community and God centered life at crossroads. 

2078. making monster cookies with ben. thankful he wants to near me, that he verbalizes his love for me, his affection is not sparce, and he has a special place in his heart for his mom. i know it may not always be this way, so i am trying ti cherish it now

2079. watching Koko bag groceries without being asked or prompted. seeing her serve, help out where she can, she is growing so fast and i am enjoying watching her grow into a kind and thoughtful young lady 

2080. the ability to see long distance with both my eyes with no contacts, no glasses, is nothing short of a miracle. i just had laser eye surgery on the left eye and yes, it was scary, but it has made a tremendous difference in my sight! I am so thankful for modern technology, for access to even getting this done, for a kind and skillful doctor, and for new eyes!! i can see!!

2081. long last night talks with mom and dad. i appreciate them so much more than i ever did. more and more each day. 

2069 - 2075

2069   a day of being very engaged with the little ones. puzzles, books, and pre-school conversations.

2070   wil's pride regarding potty training. and his new-found independence with everything else as well.

2071   the progress belita has made with spanish and reading, her excitement for the language.

2072   amazing friendsgiving dinner. my joy to look around at everyone connecting with one another, real meaningful conversations, laughter, everyone full of community and a meal that turned out just perfect.

2073   intermittent fasting and a new motivation for exercise.

2074   conversations with friends that generate ideas, spark interest, produce life and curiosity and purpose.

2075   i've prayed for john mayer for years, and then to learn yesterday that he's given up porn and speaks out on it's negative effects. now if he would only fall in love with Jesus...

2065 - 2068

2065. women's retreat weekend, a true gift when a girl just needs to be refreshed.

2066. gina rose. encouragement to keep doing what I'm doing + affirmation that my investment matters.

2067. belita walks into the kitchen where I'm typing.
"miss tammy?"
"yes my dear?"
"I love you."
holding back tears. but I so needed to hear that today.

2068. gluten free, curse of the goat (pizza) - goat cheese, sauce with just the right amount of spice, goat cheese (hold the mozzarella), herbed sausage crumbles, peppadew peppers, fresh basil