“Happy Wife, Happy Life!” That seemed to be the theme of the CREDO marriage retreat that Barrett and I attended this past weekend. We had just finished a long weekend in Tokyo with Annabelle (with snow, mittens, and walking miles!), washed the clothes, dropped her off at a friends house, and then began a 2…
Even Barking Dogs?
God is sovereign. Colleen, God is sovereign over ALL things. He is sovereign over seasons of life, duty stations, adoptions, marriage, mothering, and if you can fit in your run today. He is sovereign over disagreements with Barrett, with Annabelle falling headfirst down metal playground stairs…and her waking up right when I am writing this……
Baby Steps
We have our definitive answer. Russia is closed for us and so many families for now. I must say that I am still in disbelief. We were told that there would be hiccups in the process, but in my wildest imagination, I did not think that Russia would close…just like that. For the next couple…
How Do You Choose a Duty Station?
After yesterday’s email, I really feel like I should explain a bit more about my thoughts on finding out where we will be next in our Navy career. Duty Stations. How do we get them? We start by praying for wisdom early. We pray that the Lord would put us where He wants us and…
Happy? New Year
Well, the New Year has brought another first for me: vomited on. Yet another load of soiled laundry is running while Annabelle is lethargically watching The Sound of Music on a puffy chair. Barrett was down and out all weekend and by the grace of the Lord, I managed not to join the vomit fest…