Our first day of travel is complete, Leon drove 15 hours to bring our family safely to Charlotte, NC. This is our first stop before Washington D.C. where we will meet with the South African Embassy. The kids entertained each other and Elle had her first Happy Meal and play time at Chick Fil a.ContinueContinue reading “Coast to Coast: July 6, 2017”
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17 years and counting..
How does a couple celebrate 17 years of marriage? There is no special designation for this number, no diamond, silver or gold. The anniversary year is not a multiple of 5, and I can’t round our number to 20. Although there is no elegant title, this year manifested God’s grace upon our marriage. I loveContinueContinue reading “17 years and counting..”
Gracious
On our flight to South Africa at the end of March, we didn’t know what to expect. We did experience God’s graciousness and compassion. Through a teammate’s kindness, the task of moving out of our Cape Town home was completed quickly. During the last evening of packing, we shared sweet home memories – hosting teamContinueContinue reading “Gracious”
Preparing our Hearts
We are still waiting to hear from the South African Embassy. While waiting for work permits, my family decided to utilize airline tickets bought last year for our January 2017 flights back to Cape Town (CT) that were not able to be used. We will travel to CT to move out of our home, attendContinueContinue reading “Preparing our Hearts”
This is 40
A few days ago, I turned 40. I’ll admit I look forward to growing older. However, most people around me don’t enjoy this aging process. Some complain about diminishing physical abilities, memory recall capacities or both. I am glad to be able to keep up with my children, and excited to say I will beContinueContinue reading “This is 40”
Divine Delay
Sometimes the most challenging part of life is waiting… We are at the end of the first month of 2017. Instead of being in South Africa, we are in Hampton, Virginia waiting for a document from South Africa. When we returned to the U.S., we were excited about seeing family, friends and catching up withContinueContinue reading “Divine Delay”
Recovery
“Mrs. Best you have to relax. Don’t try to sit up!” When those words were uttered I felt pain and remembered that I just had surgery. One of the side effects of being under anesthesia is feeling disoriented. I usually wake up ready to walk a lap; however, six weeks ago nurses were telling meContinueContinue reading “Recovery”
Glowing Embers
The year-old embers of the #FeesMustFall protest burst into flames recently on South African campuses. Young people’s distress of annual tuition fee increases evolved to demands of free higher education. For the past two weeks, violence and vandalism caused by protesters has shut down major universities. Students frustrated by government officials’ unwillingness to come toContinueContinue reading “Glowing Embers”
Falling Plates
A short film about life, death & love of a savior. If you liked the video or found it useful, please share it with others.http://FallingPlates.com http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KGlx11BxF24
“That is Unbelievable”
In the last few months, I have said this phrase numerous times. From the arrival of our newest addition and Leon taking on a new role overseeing all Campus Crusade for Christ – SA (CCCSA) ministries in the Western Cape Province. Most recently, Leon received an email titled “Thank You” that absolutely took my breathContinueContinue reading ““That is Unbelievable””
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