Missionary Monday . . . Christmas break

It's the most wonderful time of the year . . . 

when you get to pick up your university student at the airport :)

Olivia wasn't camera ready, so we use a photo from last year.

Not that you would know better.

She looks the same today.

Just a little travel weary.

Last week, IPFW Chi Alpha pastor, Laurie Atz (below), honored me with an invitation to be a part of a panel discussion on relationships with her students.

Check out their Facebook group for more details of this great ministry.

Sophia sang a solo at Leo High School's Yuletide concert.

Bright lights make for washed-out look, but her voice is still beautiful.

Our Schnauzer, Captain Jack and newcomer, Atticus, show you what friendship is all about.

You May Be a Missionary If . . .

Here is a fun list that a bunch of us missionaries contributed to on Facebook. I have to say, we've experienced all these things. Let's see how well you do :)

You may be a missionary if . . .

it takes all day to pay your electric bill because the power went out at the utility company.

you open Christmas cards and gifts on Valentine's Day (because that's when they arrived).

a police officer stops you on the road because he needs lunch money.

the word itineration sends you into convulsions or cold-sweats.

you think stop signs and red lights are more of a suggestion.

Not You, We Named the Puppy Jack

We've been searching for weeks for the perfect pup. Meet Captain Jack our new miniature Schnauzer.

This is him on his first day with us.

Today the groomer came and did his magic. Washed, brushed, blown dry, clipped, and even adorned with a new bandanna all for the unbelievable price of $150 pesos (that's only about $12 US dollars).

And to top it all off, the groomer actually came to our home to do it all!

Ya gotta love Mexico.