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)
Tag: Remote Living
The Chapter No One Wants to Read…
Yep, the borders are still closed...If you don't want to read something weighty, spare yourself this post for the time being. ❤Guard your heart, if need be, because I intend to spill mine. ❤My prayer life during these times has had two settings: Flaming fervor! Fizzling failure.... Moments arise where scriptures ingrained in my memory … Continue reading The Chapter No One Wants to Read…
Flying during COVID…my cross country, cross Pacific journey!
Including my one BIG eye opener in LAX!!! In case you were wondering, here is what I experienced flying May 12th Traverse City, MI---Chicago O'Hare---LAX----Honolulu I didn't really know what to expect as I embarked on my journey back to the island. Like most of you, I have seen conflicting reports about near empty planes … Continue reading Flying during COVID…my cross country, cross Pacific journey!
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…
The End of Fear
I love my childhood BFF. I mean deeply and with no exception my relationship with her has stood the tests of time, distance and life circumstances without fail. (Hi E!) So after this move, we began messaging across the globe and remarked about how unreal it was that my words to her and hers back … Continue reading The End of Fear
A man named Bill (part 2)
(Be sure to readPart 1 first!....) Continuing from the previous post... Remembering the impact of our last encounter, I planted my feet firmly in readiness to receive whatever Bill had to offer. He did not disappoint. "I was thinking about you two last night and I came across a little story. Have you heard the … Continue reading A man named Bill (part 2)
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 