I am learning how very much I enjoy self-gratification. America is the place to be for those of us who want instant results. Recently, God has been helping me learn about changes I need to make inwardly and outwardly in my life. That deep desire to change mixed with my desire for intant results has (and seems to always have) been catastrophic. When five pounds don't melt off in a day or my temper flares after I just promised to be a patient person, I want to throw in the towel!

This is my first furlough experience. I have always heard
how crazy it can be, but nothing prepared me for the constant travel, meetings,
and smiling that are just part of this very important item in the missionary
job description. My face and bum hurt!

     What a thrill to feel like God is leading us to Cambodia. Despite the economic woes of the day, God has provided 50% of our entire budget through His people across the country. What's more, He placed us on the hearts of an amazing church who is seriousloy considering overseering our ministry in Cambodia! We know in the deepest parts of our hearts that He desires for us to live and serve among the Khmer people.