Continued from previous post..... Norma was special from the beginning. She had a kind face, a humble spirit, and a generous soul. One of those people that instantly means something to you...and although you couldn't explain why...you know. We, by now, had exhausted our resources and hope that I would be allowed back onto the … Continue reading A Gal Named Norma…borrowing faith (Part 2)
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A Gal Named Norma…borrowing faith (Part 1)
The day six words changed my life... “I looked for someone among them who would build up the wall and stand before me in the gap on behalf of the land so I would not have to destroy it, but I found no one." Ezekiel 22:30 Fitting that this journey started with a blog post … Continue reading A Gal Named Norma…borrowing faith (Part 1)
I’m not me…without you
On March 16th, 2020 we parted.I boarded a plane to Michigan, you back to our island home in American Samoa.I remember so clearly the last words I spoke to you..."I don't want any of this to be happening."Although we suspected some upcoming travel inconveniences due to the Coronavirus Pandemic, I don't think either of us … Continue reading I’m not me…without you
Island Life…
We are approaching our 4 month mark!! Can you believe it has been that long?? 1/3 of a year flew by! This move taught us many things about ourselves, others, and life in general. It has offered an abundance of personal growth opportunities and a slower pace to spend time in deep, quiet reflection. What … Continue reading Island Life…
Our First Month…
I thought maybe I would put together a little collection of some of the experiences we have had during our first month living in American Samoa. These next three photos are taken on the east side of the island. We called this area Little Michigan because the beach sand is so white and grainy like … Continue reading Our First Month…
Being present in the present
Guilty. I've done it, you've done it, we've all done it. Each of us have found ourselves drifting away from the present moment without even realizing it. No matter how quickly we snap out of it, we will forever be unable to recall or relive the moments we lost while distracted. If this upcoming move … Continue reading Being present in the present
A man named Bill…
When Bill (a total stranger) walked into our world, I had the immediate sensation that I had known him my entire life. He was kind, friendly and wore a genuine smile that warmed my soul. We were 2000 miles from home on our first RV adventure. We barely made it out of Michigan, driving through … Continue reading A man named Bill…
From My Island 