New Site

I have made a new site where I can post more pictures. I am going to redirect you to it. Please click here. Hope to see you at the new site.

No Pictures Allowed

Maybe you noticed that I had no picture posted yesterday. Well, it was indeed a sad day for my blog. As I was trying to upload a picture an error message came up that I had used up my limit of pictures. I went through and deleted some photos and it didn't make any difference, as I was still not allowed to put any more pictures on my blog. They say a picture is worth a thousand words and so I am not thrilled in the least bit with this news. I have a couple of different options that I am working through. One of them is starting a whole new blog and so if you like checking in on our family, stay tuned as I work through the best route to go.

Happy 26th Anniversary!

Today Vern and I are celebrating our 26th Anniversary. We started off the day with a candle light breakfast. However, the day will be very full with doing a lot of work up in jungle camp trying to get our house in shape for our move up on Saturday. We are hoping to get away for a supper together. I thought a picnic would be fun but it looks like we could get some rain this afternoon. To My Hubby: You are the love of my life and I am enjoying spending my life along side you. We might soon have to get a couple of rocking chairs and "Rock Out Together' as these bodies of ours are starting to age, but there is no one I would rather enjoying "Rocking" with. I love you.

Back in the Tomb

Yesterday I went back in the tomb for another MRI but this time they were sending dye through to get a clearer picture of what is going on. It was a bit more complicated then what I thought as they had to x-ray me several times to make sure they were putting the dye in the right spot. Right before the procedure they had me sign papers and I know it was just in case of emergency. However, one of the questions I needed to mark was that I was willing to get blood if need be. I had no idea that there have been people that have needed blood because of bleeding problems during this procedure. They also warned me that sometimes they hit a nerve which then could give me months of pain. Therefore, I couldn't wait to get started with the whole procedure. Although I am a bit sore from where they injected me with the dye, every thing went smoothly. My time back in the tomb went fine as well. They always put headphones on and let you pick some kind of music to listen to so you have some thing else to think about while they are running the tests. And can you really put a price tag on the fun or wearing one of those stylish glue gowns?

The Rosemont Inn B &B

While we were in PA for the Claussens commissioning service we were treated to a night in a B & B. We have never been to a B & B before so this was a new experience for us. We had an awesome time and it will be hard to top this B & B. It was a HUGE and beautiful home. The Inn keeper was super friendly and made us feel right at home. To top it off we had two special people had put some fresh raspberries and a bottle of sparkling grape juice in our room so it was there waiting for us when we arrived. (Thanks Andrew and Amberlynne!)

Go Ye Into All The World

We have such an awesome job of meeting so many dear people who have a heart to serve the Lord on the mission field. The Claussens are a family that we grew to love like our own children. While they were here in the training we had them in our home a lot and made many special memories together. It is always hard to say good-bye to our students at graduation since we never know if we will meet here on this earth again. However, it is always exciting to see families moving out to serve the Lord on the mission field. Yesterday we had the great joy and privilege to be a part of Andrew, Amberlynne, and Chase Claussen's commissioning service at their sending church. (I did make use of the box of Kleenex several times during the service and it was a tearful good-bye.) The Clausens are heading to Indonesia and desire to work in a tribal ministry. Please be praying for their visa's to soon be granted. Also pray for them these last weeks before they head off to Indonesia. As you can imagine it will not be easy to say good-bye to their family and friends and there will be a lot of adjustments ahead of them. Also pray for their parents as it will not be easy for them to say good-bye not only to Andrew and Amberlynne but also to their precious little grandson Chase.

Introducing Mr. & Mrs. Jonathon Shepherd

Congratulations Jonathon and Jolie! It was a joy to be able to celebrate this special day with you. May you enjoy many awesome and wonderful years ahead!

The Dizziness Factor

I have lived with dizziness for a number of years. Today I was went back to Toronto General Hospital to go to a dizziness clinic. I went through three hours of testing to see if my dizziness is related to an inner ear problem. The first series of testing I went through were several different types of hearing tests. The second series of tests were the worst for bringing on dizziness. My head was turned this way and that. I also watched speeding lines going across the walls in one direction then the other, and back to the first direction but then faster, and then back the other direction again. The worst test in this series is when they put water in my ears. It felt like a pressure washer in my ears. First each ear was done with warm water and then cold. I felt like I was having an out of body experience at one point as the room was spinning around so much. I was very glad when those tests were done. The last series of tests I went through involved putting a tube down each ear. The end of the tube was sitting on the outside of my ear drum. Then I was plugged in and electronic impulses were sent to each ear. It was like a wood pecker in my ears. It's been about four hours since I left the hospital but I still feel totally worn out and exhausted, but they warned me I would. I am just glad that I was able to get all the tests done in one day as many people have to go in three different times. Hopefully with all the information gathered the doctor will now have a clearer picture as to what is going on.

A Face Lift

As some of you have noticed, my blog has a new look to it. Although I have had a blog now for over two years, I really don't know how to do a whole lot but make a post and put some pictures on. Garrett knows quit a bit about computers and so he was kind enough to help me give my blog site a bit of a face lift. Thanks Garrett!

Jungle Camp Building Begins

Yesterday our students started building their jungle camp houses. It seems like we often get rain the first day and this year was no different. It was a damp and rainy day. However, that did not hinder our students from putting in a long day of work. Some of the houses had their plastic roof on before the end of the day. Please be praying for our students as they put in long tiring days. Also pray for safety for everyone who works in the bush.

Happy 70th BirthdayDad!

Today is my dad's 70th birthday! Happy Birthday Dad! We hope you have an awesome day. You are an amazing Father!

Missionary Training Center Graduating Class of 2009

Yesterday was the graduation ceremony for the Missionary Training Center here in Canada. We had 17 graduates. Some have already taken off for their home areas and in the next couple of weeks the rest of our graduates will be heading out. These are some very dear people who love the Lord and are looking to serve the Lord on the mission field. Please be praying for them as they raise support, work through all the needed paperwork, get needed shots, and work through many other things in preparation for life on the mission field. Congratulations Class of 2009 on finishing strong. We are praying for you and are excited for all that God has in store for you.

Back to Buffalo

Yesterday was a sad day as Ruth's two good friends headed home. We made the trip back down to Buffalo so the girls could catch their flights. It was a dream come true for the girls to make it up here. There were a lot of great memories made together. As parents you pray that your children make right choices and find Godly friends. How awesome that God had our families in the same place for two years so these girls could connect and build such a deep lasting friendship. (To explain a couple of the pictures : Damarise and Hannah were home schooled and Ruth did not have a cap and gown ceremony so I ordered the girls all tassels to have a keepsake of the year they all graduated. Ruth also was able to introduce them to Booster Juice before they left.) Thanks Damarise and Hannah for coming. We could not ask for better friends for our daughter. Now that you are back in North America we hope there will be more connections like this throughout the years.