Tomorrow Jill and I embark on a journey unlike anything we have experienced in our life; going overseas without our kids. For the first time in approximately 17 years we will return to Russia without Valerie and Alex.
Valerie is now married to Jonathan with a beautiful baby named Arialee and Alex is 19 and in his first year of college. The empty nest time of life is here!
For years I knew this day would appear. I did not know how I would feel but here it is the night before driving away from our home and family. Although Valerie and Alex are great and will do well it is incredibly hard for me. Jill and I raised our kids for this day and now we must show confidence in God. Many of you have made this journey already and identify with my feelings tonight. We are not worried but rather just in need of your prayer over the next few weeks as the Lord reminds you of us.
“The steps of a righteous man are order by the Lord.” This promise we believe and know is true. Thanks for your prayers!
1 comment:
I don't know how it is to be the ones leaving but I can relate as to how it is when the children do the leaving. Daughter Shari and family are now in United Arabic Emirates and are doing ok. What a change for the grandkids. Maddie taking Arabic 5 days a week as is Jack and Maddie 2 days of French also!! Pictures of your little grand-daughter are precious. What a cutie!!! I appears you will be running from the time the plane lands in Russia. We will be praying for you and know that Jesus will keep you daily in His love and protection. In His love, Patsy
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