It doesn’t get much better than wearing an original 1970’s RVA cheerleader costume for “Carnival” last night…
…or kissing a Giraffe yesterday at the Nairobi Giraffe Park…don’t ask 🙂
…or hiking down into the valley to visit the ancient Fig Tree with friends last weekend…
…of course, these things are all good and fun. but, really, it doesn’t get much better than two of my girls coming into my room a few nights ago, and with furrowed brows and pursed lips, saying, “Miss Emily, wait! you aren’t gonna be here all by yourself and alone for Christmas, are you?!”
I love my 17 “daughters.” they leave in just two weeks for Christmas Break, and although I must be honest and admit that I am ready for a break, I WILL miss them during our 5 weeks apart. They have become so dear to my heart – God’s grace is abounding in their lives, and it has been such a privilege to have a front-row seat. I can’t even describe how much they are helping and challenging me to grow, too! Their insights and perspective and honest expressions have humbled me day after day, and I thank Christ for using them to shine a spotlight upon the Gospel from all different angles.
“You have multiplied, O Lord my God, your wondrous deeds and your thoughts towards us; none can compare with you! I will proclaim and tell of them, yet they are more than can be told.” Psalm 40:5
The stories I have are more than can be told. And, I wish I could tell you all of them. But, as I ponder them in my heart, and proclaim God’s wondrous deeds to you, know that my heart is full of joy because of the Lord’s great grace. I see His hand at work, and stand amazed, but not surprised by His steadfast love.
HILARIOUS! Where in the world did you find those uniforms? Did someone tell you what a miserable (and cultural) failure cheerleaders were? Ask Tim Cook or Mark Kinzer. I imagine they will remember the fiasco well.
Emily, I have enjoyed reading your blog! We have never met – but my daughter, Richae, & I will be arriving on Monday for her first term at RVA. We are very excited and anxious to arrive and get settled in. 🙂 We have been browsing the internet for any pictures and information we can get about the Kedong dorms. 🙂 I believe she is in KLW dorm, but still, we have enjoyed reading about your experiences and life there at RVA. Thank you so much for giving of your time and opening your heart to “our daughters”! Blessings!