Today was the day my dad was supposed to be here, in his home country, and my new favorite one. But, as you might know, a volcano in Iceland blew up and messed up tons of flights across Europe (where his connecting flight was), and ruined the whole trip. I'm really sad that he cannot be here with me, but I know there is a reason.
And, I know we will be planning another trip together.
It is important during disappointments not to shut down and think about ones self, so I'm trying not to. I'm thankful to have him as a father at all. Being here has been so important for me because I have learned a lot about my earthly father, and also my heavenly father and I have no doubt I will be back in this country (with my dad), later on in life. This also just means that we have more time to plan the trip.
Thanks to all who have been thinking of me while I am here. I cannot wait to share with you all the wonderful things that are happening on this island. :)
love,
brette
Monday, April 19, 2010
Friday, April 9, 2010
Itsy Bitsy Human Girl
I cannot believe how fast these 4 months are going! I love it here and am sad that only a month remains, yet excited to see my friends and family, (and cat), and be able to cook with an oven and well-stocked kitchen!
We have been making more friends here, and tomorrow we will go with one of them to watch a local karate team practice. I got to try on one of the official karate suits about a week ago, and it doesn't really do anything for my figure.
This morning my roomie and I biked 45 minutes to a beach town, where we sat and read the word on the beach. It is amazing riding on a bike through rice fields, and past mountains that jut up into the clouds in the sky. Every time we make the journey I am reminded how small I am, and how honored that I am one of many "arrows in His quiver", being used for his splendor.
Dad comes here in about a week and I don't think I've ever been so excited about anything before. It's been one of my life goals to be in this country with him.
Our village family came to town last weekend for a parade their son was in. We made them friend chicken for lunch (with rice, of course, because they don't believe they have eaten until they have had rice at every meal).
That's about all for now,
I hope all is well with you.
<3
We have been making more friends here, and tomorrow we will go with one of them to watch a local karate team practice. I got to try on one of the official karate suits about a week ago, and it doesn't really do anything for my figure.
This morning my roomie and I biked 45 minutes to a beach town, where we sat and read the word on the beach. It is amazing riding on a bike through rice fields, and past mountains that jut up into the clouds in the sky. Every time we make the journey I am reminded how small I am, and how honored that I am one of many "arrows in His quiver", being used for his splendor.
Dad comes here in about a week and I don't think I've ever been so excited about anything before. It's been one of my life goals to be in this country with him.
Our village family came to town last weekend for a parade their son was in. We made them friend chicken for lunch (with rice, of course, because they don't believe they have eaten until they have had rice at every meal).
That's about all for now,
I hope all is well with you.
<3
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