We have not been able to go sledding the past two years. Last year there was no snow, and the year before that there was plenty of snow, but no sled (we were in Iceland). Last week we made up for it in CT at my grandparent's house. Read More
“As an atheist, I truly believe Africa needs God.”
This article I found over at Between Two Worlds, comes from London's Times Online. Here is a snippet:"Now a confirmed atheist, I've become convinced of the enormous contribution that Christian evangelism makes in Africa: sharply distinct from the work of secular NGOs, government projects and international aid efforts. These alone will not do. Education and training alone will not do. In Africa Christianity changes people's hearts. It brings a spiritual transformation. The rebirth is real. The Read More
My daughter the Theologian
This morning Haley and Darcy were writing a little note to stick in their stockings about what they wanted to give to God for Christmas this year (Annie's idea). Darcy said she wanted to give Him a Bible. Haley's note was a bit more insightful. "I want to give you my love, ...which means that I need to obey you," was Haley's response; a simple rehearsal of the words of Jesus, "If you love me, keep my commandments." I do not know that she had Jesus' words in mind when she made the declaration; it Read More
Advent Jesse Tree
This Christmas, my friend Melissa sent me the "Advent Jesse Tree" to use with the kids this season. It includes 25 devotions and ornaments that correspond to the devotional theme. The kids love opening a new gift every night and this will be a fun tradition for all the years to come. Read More
Big Update….
Well, guys, here's the deal: Our Residence Permit application has been denied. We will be entering an appeal to the decision. The guys who represent us in Iceland think there is a good chance that the appeal will go in our favor and we have sent him some more information. This is a critical time to be praying as the application will be reviewed over the next few weeks. Read More
Icelandic Cultural Tidbit
I found this article and the accompanying video about paganism in Iceland interesting. Here is a quote:Members of Ásatrúarfélagid, a religious association which honors the old Norse gods, celebrated Iceland’s Sovereignty Day on Monday by honoring the country’s protective spirits, thelandvaettir as described in Snorri Sturluson’s Heimskringla. One website says the pagan organization has 1000 members. Read More
The Time is Near!
I just got off the phone with a representative at the Immigration Office. I was told that a decision letter would be sent out by the end of this week or on Monday! The representative said she could tell me nothing else, like what the decision would be, but she did know that it was happening very shortly. Please pray for the workers at immigration to have favor on us and open the way for the big move. Our friend who will receive the letter for us in Iceland should have it by early next week. I am Read More
Ever wonder what a diaper is made of?
The other day, we discovered why Darcy always does this when she has to go potty: We were in the car driving across town to visit Colby's brother when Darcy announced to us that she had to go potty. We told her the same advice that we always give: "HOLD IT, Darcy!" However, this time, she cried out, "I Can't...I holding my book!" She had a rather large Elmo book in her hands, and therefore was not able to "Hold IT." She somehow managed to stay dry till we got to our destination where we Read More
Did you know that Mr. Rogers was from Pittsburgh?
...well, neither did I. But, now that I have gone to the Pittsburgh Children's Museum I can answer any Mr. Rogers trivia questions you might have. We got to see the original puppets from the neighborhood of Make-Believe, his original blue loafers and sweater, and play in King Friday's castle. Like an idiot, I failed to take any pictures of this part of the museum, but did manage to capture the rest of the exhibiits. This was the best children's museum we have ever been to (and we have been Read More
Video of Protests in Iceland
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