Happy Friday! It’s hard to believe that Joy is only 9 days old, or that tomorrow is one week since we brought her home from the hospital! She’s been a sweet baby though – a good eater, a good sleeper, and – overall – a pretty chill little one. We have no complaints! … [Read more…]
May 9, 2012
Kristin started feeling contractions around 9pm Tuesday night; we were at the movies, trying to squeeze in one last date night before the baby’s arrival! We cut our date short and headed to the hospital (Anyone know how The Avengers ends? I think that it’s safe to assume that everything turned out okay.). After a… [Read more…]
April 23, 2012
I love Easter. As a kid, Easter seemed dull compared to the toys and glitter of Christmas. But now, each year my love and appreciation of Easter grows – especially as I’ve been able to experience Easter in Greece, where Easter is remembered with a depth that puts that silly Bunny to shame! Although we… [Read more…]
April 20, 2012
Happy Friday! A birthday, a road trip, and Easter – it’s been a busy two weeks! I think that I’ll save our Easter pics for next week. Kristin turned 31 on April 7th! T-H-I-R-T-Y-O-N-E. Wow! We celebrated with an overnight trip to Nafplio, a beautiful seaside town a couple of hours outside of… [Read more…]
April 6, 2012
Happy Friday! Actually, happy Good Friday to many of you. Here in Greece, we’ll celebrate Holy Week and Easter next week… but if you’re celebrating this weekend, we pray that this Easter is a powerful reminder of the gospel! As we enjoy the first signs of Spring, here are some pictures of the girls at… [Read more…]
March 2, 2012
Happy Friday! Wow, it sure has been quiet around the blog over the last month or so. Sorry! Between sickness, busyness, and lack of motivation, I just haven’t made the blog much of a priority. But life is feeling a bit more sorted for the moment… so here are some photos of the girls (grandma… [Read more…]
February 29, 2012
Hi Praying Friends - First off, happy Leap Year day! Our latest newsletter is hot off the presses. Thanks so much for your partnership in God’s work here. He continues to do great things in the lives of refugees. Read our attached newsletter for a few stories. Also, there is important news about our ministry… [Read more…]
February 10, 2012
Happy Friday! I’m lagging behind on the blog – my apologies. So, here’s a quick catch-up from the last month, starting with Sofia’s birthday (January 8). I can’t believe that she’s four now! Here are some photos of the girls from the past few weeks. Enjoy!
January 30, 2012
Hi Friends, Greetings from cold and raining Athens! Life continues to march onward here: Sofia and Emma are growing up so quickly; the ministry is busy and constantly changing; each day is full of great challenges and great celebrations. Life doesn’t slow down, but neither does God’s care and provision. Thanks so much for being… [Read more…]
January 6, 2012
Happy Friday… and Happy Epiphany! Here in Greece, Epiphany (see here) remembers Jesus’ baptism in the Jordan River, where His identity as the Son of God was revealed. Practically, it also marks the end of the Christmas season here. So… Party! Speaking of parties, here are some pictures from New Year’s Eve – both our… [Read more…]
December 30, 2011
Happy Friday! I’ve had this week off work – what a wonderful time with friends and family. It’s been so fun to play with the girls. I’m ready to head back to our ministry center next week though, refreshed and ready to go! Here are some pictures of the girls enjoying their Christmas gifts. Enjoy…… [Read more…]
December 27, 2011
Hi all - We hope everyone had a great Christmas: full of joy, laughter, and – most of all – Jesus! Hot off the press – you can download our latest newsletter here! A text-only version is available below. Thanks so much for your love, support, and prayers! By God’s Grace - Brett, Kristin, Sofia… [Read more…]
December 23, 2011
Happy Friday… and Merry Christmas! Here are a few photos that show what our Christmas preparations look like here in Athens. We may not have the cold or the snow, but Christmas is just as festive in Greece (and loaded with unique traditions – but I’ll save that for another post). Enjoy!
December 17, 2011
Happy Friday… er, Saturday. Okay, I’m a day late with this week’s installment of Friday photos, but better late than never! Here are a few shots of the girls. Enjoy!
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