sunday evening at the playground. Monday, December 13, 2010      

  masala dosas = new breakfast tradition. Monday, December 13, 2010      

  christmas tree decorating. Monday, December 13, 2010      

    The other night, David and Judah went to Thom’s Bakery for a few groceries and fresh-baked hamburger rolls for our dinner, so Amelie and I hung out at Colleen’s apartment. I love being at her place.  It is always warm and homey, with a fresh pot of coffee made, but I especially love being there now because it is decorated for Christmas.  There is a six-foot artificial tree with twinkle lights and funky South Asian ornaments, greenery here and there, and, best of all, a big white lighted star hanging on the balcony, which is how Christians in this country decorate for Christmas. We put our feet up…

  he says. Saturday, December 11, 2010   Judah: “Mommy, are you sad?” me:  “Yes, I’m sad.” Judah: “Do you wanna have a birthday party?  Do you want my Lightening McQueen?”    

Monday, December 6, 2010

    On the second night we arrived in this country, I remember laying wakeful in Richey and Keli’s guest room and praying, “Lord, can you please give me a house helper – soon?” I felt so guilty praying it … it seemed somehow trivial in light of our purpose for being here.  But after one full day in Keli’s apartment, I saw all it takes to care for a home and family, and I felt panic welling up inside me.  So I sent that desperate plea to my Father. And he answered. He provided Anju that first Saturday, four days after my prayer. Virtually every South Asian house has…

  balcony view. Thursday, December 2, 2010      

  Thursday. Thursday, December 2, 2010      

  mid-morning walk. Monday, November 29, 2010