It was a weird month... it was a month that broke me in ways I didn't think I could break or needed to be broken in. A little over a month ago I was hit smack in the face with a culture difference that shook me to my core. I've lived in other cultures and never, ever went through what is called "culture shock"... until that day, but I didn't realize it, until it had consumed me. Culture shock is ugly and brings out the worst in us, I am ashamed to admit.
But God... in His amazing grace and love for us, doesn't let us wallow there and is faithful to bring us out of the pit. Don't get me wrong, I had some serious heart work to do of letting go of the cultural offenses that I had taken in. But I would not have been able to do that, had I not released them to Him.
With that release came a restored JOY. A restored and renewed vision for our life, ministry, and family here in Haiti.
The past few weeks have been truly delightful. Matt and I made a small adjustment to our evening schedule with the kids. We extended bedtime by 30 minutes, which gives us an extra 30 minutes after dinner to just enjoy them.
Ministry from home is an interesting assignment to navigate. There is this constant self-imposed pressure that we need to always be "productive". But we also need to take time to delight in each other. Matt needs to be able to step away at the end of the day and marvel at how adorable his children are... because they are soooo precious.
With this refreshing... I'm getting ready to start English classes next week! Stay tuned...
I’m trying to partner with you and I’m having trouble doing it. Eline
Hi Eline, Oh thank you so much, I will email you a direct link to our giving site. I’m so sorry your having difficulty signing up.
Love, Anna
Love you guys and your huge heart. We think about and pray for you often!
Thank you so much Ashley! Love you and your precious, growing family :-). We would love to have you all come to Haiti one of these days.