I’m back from Borneo, Indonesia.  I’ve got a whole new set of experiences and all new prospectives.  After journeying through the tough life styles of the village people in the jungles off of the Kapuas River, I look forward to working with my refugee friends with my renewed heart, eyes and spirit.  I thank God for yet another sweet vacation time with Him and how it will add to my story.  I hope to bring Him glory as I press forward in my life; it will require great perseverance and a steadfast heart for Jesus to continue my work with Memphis area refugees.  I could so easily see myself not wanting to jump back in to the difficulties of helping to resettle disadvantaged refugees in the Memphis area, but my heart and spirit tells me my work here is not finished yet.

I’m thankful for the leadership of Asha’s Refuge, my dear friends, who have kept our organization a float in my absence.  I hear there are some new challenges and some exciting things that may have happened.  As for me, I choose not to get sucked into the chaos and to stretch myself even more towards the peace and reassurance that Jesus offers me.  I’ll prayerfully continue to lead with Him always in my sight.  I’m rested.  I’m eager.  I’m renewed at least some, I think (we will see for sure after a few more days).  I’m thankful.  I’m full of joy and excitement for the future which promises to be good.  I’m happy to be home with my children, my husband, my family and friends and know that I am truly blessed.