Out of the hospital we are, and living at the Juniper Tree until passport we can acquire.
Regan so dear, our child newborn, is her emancipation enjoying.
A simple picture of happiness shared: three shoolies in our abode so quietly snuggling.
For your support and supplications greatly we give thanks; to your charity, likewise, may we aspire.
Last weekend Ben and I went to Ha Long Bay. The pictures we posted below are a small sampling of the beauty we enjoyed. The constant honking of horns and pollution in Hanoi were not missed as we sat atop a junk and enjoyed the scenery. The weather was rainy and cloudy, which might seem like a bummer considering we were on a boat for two days, but it was really quite nice. The rain here brings the temperature down significantly, which would have otherwise been miserably hot. We went kayaking in the rain, a wonderful experience, because the rain isn’t cold here; it is tropical and cool.
Our meals were set up in a dining room that also served as sleeping quarters for the crew. They were not sheepish to sleep when they were not serving us, and when night came they were comfortable enough to strip down to their boxers and lounge.
The rooms we stayed in were fairly nice. We had a bathroom to ourselves, and fans to keep us cool throughout the night, but things were still a little odd. As often is the case with this country, the bathroom doubles as a shower. There is no partition, and the water runs all over the floor and toilet. Removing the toilet paper is an important thing to remember, as the water from the sink also spills onto the floor.
All in all, it was a beautiful trip. The break from the city was much needed, and the refreshing scenery--limestone rock formations--reminded us, ever so slightly, of home. On the three hour bus ride back we were able to see the numerous rice patties that Vietnam is known for, but sadly, we soon re-entered the city, and the non-stop incessant honking of Hanoi.
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That is such fantastic news! Great job guys, we hope and pray that you will really enjoy this very special time of bonding before going back home. Much love from both of us
Thinking and praying for you often. Shared the news and a picture of the three of you at TNL on Tuesday. Grace and peace.
Oh such good news!! Been waiting to see when you got back there. Yey - no more traffic, flip flops, etc. etc. Have a fabulous time together - tell me when Danielle and Vanden have their little one!
blessings!
Connie
Oh my goodness! This little one is beautiful! No, for the record, it is NOT just your parental bias. She really is stunning! We can't wait to meet her.
Are you feeling like you have everything you need, baby-wise? Let us know if we can bring anything over to you. Love you both!
so good to hear you guys are out of the hospital even if you aren't home yet. enjoy the time with the little one. can't wait to meet regan. she's a cutie!!
Yoda! So glad you guys are well! Use my mom to babysit so you can sleep:)
DUDE! How in the world does someone get ahold of you bro! I am just an island over in the Philippines. I want to come out and see you man. You can email me at johnkehrli@yahoo.com or john@christianhotspot.com. www.christianhotspot.com. It is great to hear that you are teaching and doing work in Asia. I have a number 425-605-8895. I can also hook you up with a personal phone line out there if you need through Skype. I know that you are using it now for chat and Skype to Skype but we have 8 VOICE NUMBER and PHONE lines with them that I can let you use. You are awesome buddy and cant want to touch base. John (The dude from Oregon, your old youth leader)
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