Numbers 6:24-25 "The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make His face to shine upon you and be gracious to you."
This week my friend Juyi, from Taiwan, boarded a plane and headed back home. I have thoroughly enjoy my time with her and her sons. On one of the last days in the states, we took Juyi and Jason to the Ark. We all had a great time and the weather was cooler that day than it had been the previous week. Lord willing, we will see them next year when we visit Taiwan!
The Ark has a free carousel that we were able to enjoy.
Shan did a huge project for me in the backyard. We removed a little patch of grass and we will put down landscaping fabric to keep down the weeds. Instead of accepting money, Shan asked for boba tea instead. I gladly accommodated that request.
The girls enjoyed spending time with friends at camp. They came back exhausted.
We have spent many hours around here picking blackberries and raspberries for my parents. I took some home the other day and made a pie. No one complained!
Shan driving to Lexington for his drivers test. He passed! We now have five of our kids driving!
More changes are coming to our house! Abigail and Elijah got engaged over the 4th of July weekend. December 14th, we will add another son to our family. We are thrilled for the both of them and can't wait to see God move in their new family.
She isn't excited or anything. Pray for us as we navigate wedding planning!
Our friends joined us for blackberry picking at the farm. No one minds picking here because my dad planted thornless blackberry plants. No torn up arms here! We picked 40 pounds this day between my dad, me, and those that came and picked. This week we picked 100 pounds in one day! I think it is safe to say that my dad could open the blackberry patch next year for u-pick!
This is the summer of friends. We have had many friends over and I love every minute!
My friend, Janica, just moved here from the Philippines and is getting adjusted to life in America. I was blessed to spend the afternoon with her making Filipino food. Everything is new and different here, so this was a chance to make her feel more at home. She is one of the sweetest, godly young woman I know. 💗
We made ube cookies, pancit, and arroz caldo.
This week is VBS at church. I love serving alongside my kids and seeing how God is developing them into His servants. Abigail and Grace are teaching a class, Shan is leading games for preschoolers, Sophia helps with games and wherever else she is needed, Naomi is a floating helper, and Micaela is helping with a class. It makes my heart feel so full to see them love and serve Jesus!
Wayne and Rebecca Update: Nothing has really changed. We both are just continuing with our therapies and trying to stay sane with all these kids. We are so thankful for life and for all the good changes we have been able to experience the past few weeks. I have a feeling there won't be a dry eye at Abigail's wedding when, Lord willing, her dad walks her down the aisle. It is seriously nothing short of a miracle in both of our lives. Thank you again for faithfully walking alongside us and praying for us. We couldn't do this alone!
Prayer Requests:
- Pray for us as we continue to navigate Wayne's therapies and all the victories we are currently experiencing. Pray that we continue to be intentional with our time.
- Pray for us as we start the wedding planning and all that involves.
- Please pray for me as I am juggling book edits, preparing to teach our ladies class at church, and for a brunch I am speaking at in August.
- Please pray for Sophia as she leaves Monday for a two week event with Civil Air Patrol. I know she will do great, but it's a long time to have her away.
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