Today I am teaming up with a very special group of ladies to share more about the real life aspect of missions. Missionaries are not super human. We’re not extra-special. We’re people, just like you. Our uniqueness often comes because of our location and neighbors and the unique challenges those present. To help you put a […]
Four Years Time
Today marks the fourth anniversary of our arrival in Campeche. (We have been in Mexico, as a family for 7.5 years). We look back amazed at all that has transpired and feel very small in the whole scope of things, and very grateful to the Lord for his goodness. And also grateful for 2 truths […]
Christmas in Mexico
Coming home to Mexico today on Day 30 of our 31-Day (plus some) tour of Christmas Around the World! If you missed the others, you can find them here. Christmas in Mexico Wіth Christmas coming up fast, Mexico is gearing up for the holidays. This weekend, the non-Christians will be celebrating Day of the Dead, but once […]
Mexican Recipes for Mexico’s Birthday!
Another year has passed. Another year full of treasured memories in the country we have learned to love, and call home. Mexico celebrate’s her independence from Spain tomorrow, and we celebrate right along with her. If you’re planning your own fiesta, don’t forget to visit this post and download our Mexican Flag to Color! Here […]
Milestones in Mexico
Praise the Lord with us! Today we celebrate God’s goodness throughout seven years in Mexico. It seems like forever ago since we crossed the border that hot Friday in 2007, with one child and a few belongings. On the other hand, God has done so much in seven years it also seems as if the […]
Merry Christmas!
Our family is enjoying a small family Christmas at our home this year. Missing our extended family, but enjoying our own traditions and each other’s company as well as the hope we have in Christ – the real reason for Christmas. So from our family to yours Merry Christmas! And God bless us every one!
Spelunking Science
Just before we officially began our school year this year, we had the awesome opportunity to visit the Mayan Riviera on a homeschool vacation with some other families. Part of the package that Azul Hotels put together for us was a day excursion to Indiana Joe’s Aktun Chen Natural Park, complete with a mini zoo, a […]
Halloween and the Day of the Dead Mexican Holiday
Yesterday we talked about Halloween and why we don’t participate in it. Many mistakenly think that the Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead Mexican Holiday) is the Mexican version of Halloween. It actually is not, but is rather a culmination of three days of traditions honoring, remembering and celebrating the dead, whose origins […]
Our Favorite Things About Mexico (Free Printable Mexican Flag)
Happy Birthday Mexico! Today, Mexico celebrates the 203rd anniversary of it’s Independence from Spain. The celebrations usually begin around Midnight on September 15th with someone’s reenactment of Miguel Hidalgo’s Grito (the famous speech which initiated the 1810 revolt leading to their Independence) and of course fireworks till all hours of the morning. In honor of […]
Mexico Dream Vacation with Kids
Do you dream of taking your entire family on a dream vacation? I dare say you do, and missionaries are no exception. Last week our Mexico dream vacation (with kids) came true as Jen Reyneri of WordTraveling.com partnered with Azul/Karisma Hotels to host our family and several others at Puerto Morelos – near Cancun, Mexico […]