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One Word – Chesed

Who knew that choosing one word was going to have such life impacting consequences as I was preparing to welcome in 2016. In final months of 2015, as I was transitioning to living back in my passport country, the word … Continue reading

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Strength in Weakened Abilities

I still am in a state of disbelief that I am undertaking further study. I love learning and am passionate about being a life long learner. But words and I have a love/hate relationship. Often they don’t play nice with … Continue reading

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Top Ten Books That Have Left a Lasting Impression

Books are a wonderful way to relax and recharge. I enjoy escaping with one, when I can find a quiet moment, snuggling into a corner and immerse myself into some quality literature. A good book has the power to teach, inspire, … Continue reading

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Ode to Cambodia

The love of fields of rice, Of vivid green and brightest hues, Of unordered house numbers, And things never occurring on cues, Strong love of bustling markets, Each person busy with their buys, I know and need to share it, … Continue reading

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Beautiful Feet Marked with Scars

As I glance down at my feet, that have journeyed these four years in Cambodia, I notice the scars that remind me of the challenges that have crossed my path. My right foot will never be the same again. Thankful … Continue reading

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What Does the Lord Require of You?

What a wonder it is to have a secure hope and an outpouring of love from God. To recognise that we are being restored and are saved through His perfect sacrifice. My heart leaps with joy at the thought of … Continue reading

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Hope: Sangkhum

I can’t lay any claim in choosing the word HOPE for this year, rather I believe that hope chose me. God’s message of hope has really been an anchor as I travel through this season of uncertainty and upcoming changes. It is not only a … Continue reading

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To Thrive

I confess that I can quickly slip into living in survival mode rather than thriving. Life is busy, stresses are plentiful and sacrifices need to be made. It’s challenging to allow the roots required for deep growth to flourish when you … Continue reading

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The Effect Of Helping Together

This week I was prompted to reread The Starfish Thrower, originally written by Loren Eiseley. In this story a young man was throwing starfish back into the sea. The shoreline was littered with starfish, dying on the sand with little hope. Yet he persisted in … Continue reading

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A House Under Repair

Our house needed some attention. The amenities were in disrepair. Toilets no longer flushed, buckets were placed under sinks and so many light were broken. We had made a substantial but necessary list of desperate repairs and had handed them to our landlord … Continue reading

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