We have been on the road for a while now, but we have the internet here. I thought you'd like to see some pictures from our trip! Thank you for continuing to pray for us as we travel. Pray for safety, continued health and strength and for rest. Pray that God will use us to spread a vision for missions and Bible translation to many people in the U.S. Praise God for a great trip so far!
We started our trip in Kansas City. It was both Nate and Elijah's first time there. We got to see some special friends, and they had a great time meeting our special boy!
We then traveled to Joplin, MO where Elijah met one of his protectors--the little dog, Muffin. It was so sweet to see Muffin sniffing Elijah when he came in and how excited the dog was to meet a little baby. We've learned that dogs somehow know when there is a baby. When Elijah would cry, Muffin would be right there ready to help.
The next day (yes we kept moving on), we went to St. Louis and had a great time reconnecting with some more special friends. It is amazing to see how fast the kids in our life grow up! Sarah is already 16! That just goes to show us how fast Elijah will grow up--people have told us, "Enjoy every moment!" We certainly will take that good advice!
Yes, I know, there are lots of pictures of Elijah. We are just having so much fun watching people love him--especially his grandparents! This was the first time Elijah's grandparents, Nate's parents, met their first grandson! How precious!
We had a great family reunion in Meramec State Park with Nate's whole family. These times are rare and precious indeed.
Nate celebrated Father's day for the first time. It was so funny because last year our pastor in the Philippines gave Nate a corsage in good faith that "Next year you will be a Daddy!" Sure enough, here is our son just a year later. What a great dad Nate is.
Elijah is quite the little tourist, just like his Momma! He got to go through security (an experience that will prepare us for the international travel!) and up the St. Louis arch to the highest point yet in his little life. He was sleeping the whole time, so that was a great treat.
Now we are back to one of Nate's towns--Indianapolis, IN. I love watching little children, like Faith here, holding our little baby. The children really are drawn to babies and seem to have real tender hearts toward holding him for the first time.
On Monday we had some time alone together as a little family. We were able to go to a very special place on a beautiful day--the Indy Canal downtown. This is the place where on July 10, 2004 Nate and I had our first kiss! Just one year later on July 10, 2005 we were married! Now three years after our wedding we are back with our first son. This is the exact same spot where we took a picture when we first started dating. What a special place and a fun day together as a family of three. Who knows how many we will be next time we get to visit this place of memory.
Our boy is getting used to his mommy's camera--Flash! He is getting good at posing, don't you think? Well, thanks for praying for us. It is quite a life moving around lots, but it is wonderful to see so many loved ones and to be able to share what God is doing in the Philippines.
We started our trip in Kansas City. It was both Nate and Elijah's first time there. We got to see some special friends, and they had a great time meeting our special boy!
We then traveled to Joplin, MO where Elijah met one of his protectors--the little dog, Muffin. It was so sweet to see Muffin sniffing Elijah when he came in and how excited the dog was to meet a little baby. We've learned that dogs somehow know when there is a baby. When Elijah would cry, Muffin would be right there ready to help.
The next day (yes we kept moving on), we went to St. Louis and had a great time reconnecting with some more special friends. It is amazing to see how fast the kids in our life grow up! Sarah is already 16! That just goes to show us how fast Elijah will grow up--people have told us, "Enjoy every moment!" We certainly will take that good advice!
Yes, I know, there are lots of pictures of Elijah. We are just having so much fun watching people love him--especially his grandparents! This was the first time Elijah's grandparents, Nate's parents, met their first grandson! How precious! 
We had a great family reunion in Meramec State Park with Nate's whole family. These times are rare and precious indeed.
Nate celebrated Father's day for the first time. It was so funny because last year our pastor in the Philippines gave Nate a corsage in good faith that "Next year you will be a Daddy!" Sure enough, here is our son just a year later. What a great dad Nate is. 
Elijah is quite the little tourist, just like his Momma! He got to go through security (an experience that will prepare us for the international travel!) and up the St. Louis arch to the highest point yet in his little life. He was sleeping the whole time, so that was a great treat.
Now we are back to one of Nate's towns--Indianapolis, IN. I love watching little children, like Faith here, holding our little baby. The children really are drawn to babies and seem to have real tender hearts toward holding him for the first time.
On Monday we had some time alone together as a little family. We were able to go to a very special place on a beautiful day--the Indy Canal downtown. This is the place where on July 10, 2004 Nate and I had our first kiss! Just one year later on July 10, 2005 we were married! Now three years after our wedding we are back with our first son. This is the exact same spot where we took a picture when we first started dating. What a special place and a fun day together as a family of three. Who knows how many we will be next time we get to visit this place of memory.
Our boy is getting used to his mommy's camera--Flash! He is getting good at posing, don't you think? Well, thanks for praying for us. It is quite a life moving around lots, but it is wonderful to see so many loved ones and to be able to share what God is doing in the Philippines.
5 comments:
Love the pictures! So glad for the update on your trip and rejoicing that God is giving you a great time! May He continue to grant you traveling mercies and blessings. Love you!
I love the picture of Elijah "On Daddy's shoulder"! You guys are so funny! Looks like you're having a great time. I'm sure it's somewhat exhausting, but also wonderful to see so many friends and family. We are looking forward to your quick visit on your way through. Love you!
Love the pictures. You guys are quite the travelers! Hope you are having fun being a mom! We will continue to pray for you guys!
It sounds like you're having a great time!! I'm so impressed with all your traveling. Hooray for visiting family and friends! Next trip, Shanghai?? :-) Love you!
Thanks for sharing the pictures! Safe travels to you.
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