Taking the Plunge~

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Hmm... as I dive back into blogging again. I want to catch y'all up on my recent happenings. The Jcrew, our 4 bright, active, humorous, and amazing children are all preteens and teens! I can't believe it! They will be highlighted at different times throughout my journey, so I just want to introduce them as Thing 1, Thing 2, Thing 3, and Thing 4. As relevant to the topic, you will learn more about our crazy homeschooling family. 

TAKING THE PLUNGE!

As a mommy blogger, I have had a rollercoaster of posts and then a valley of no posts. Let's be honest, it happens in all areas, not just when you blog. The exercise phase, the I'm going to eat healthy phase, the potty training phase, then the let's make new friends phase, then the I'm going to read x books a month phase, all of the phases!!!

Well, this phase of life has me not changing diapers or having to cook every night, or even daily taking care of my babies, but other people's. My crew is growing up and with that, I am seeking what's next. So, here comes a funny little story...

A few weeks ago, I went to a missions meeting with Neil and Allison, purely as support. I was happy keeping my two feet on the soil of the good old U.S.A. I have never been out of the country and well, have yet to feel the need to go elsewhere. 

About a week later, Neil was tossing in bed then after a little discussion. He blurts out, "I think that you should go to Brazil." 

STOP THE BUS!

I didn't have this on my radar. How am I to go to Brazil? I am still of the mindset that when your husband speaks into your life...you should listen. 

GOING TO BRAZIL!

So, as these next few months fly by, I will be sharing my thoughts, laments, and prayers as I prepare for an eight-day mission trip to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The trip will take place from December 4th-12th, 2023.
Please keep this trip in your prayers!!!

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