Sometimes we just get fed up!On a more positive note…Dawn, our Field Director came down from DaNang and we got to experience new streets with great food and amazing stores in District 1. It was a nice escape from reality, until she observed us later that night. Also on a good note…….my parents are coming in to Ho Chi Minh City in a week! They are definitely going to be a good dose of medicine for me. I cannot wait to show them the wonders of Ho Chi Minh and DaNang!
It was definitely one of the hottest days we have had here. Waiting at the bus stop.
Our egg sandwich lady! She is definitely one of my favorite ladies here! (blog on her later)
Also, continue to lift up our neighbor’s son. We have not heard any more news other than his lungs are not fully developed. And pr*y for Kari and James, that they get their letter of invitation soon so they can leave for Kaz. And bring back Ava D!
A little taste of home. If you can't see the sign it says Restaurant Cali!
So great to hear how He is with you guys in Vietnam! I know all about the culture shock stuff. Push through it because once you start to adapt and adjust, it's great. You have a lot of people at home thinking about ya!!!!
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ReplyDeleteI enjoying reading your blog. Living and teaching in Costa rica was a tough transition for me too and encouragement from home is priceless during these times. Definately pr*y^ng for you. Continue to be filled and lifted up by the body of b*lievers around you
Evan
Hang in there! I've experienced some similar feelings as well. All part of the experience I suppose...!
ReplyDeleteLove you girls! Ross is right by the way. As great as the honeymoon is and as bad as the culture shock phase is...the next stage of adaption is amazing. You get to sit back and think "I live where? I am blessed."
ReplyDeleteFinally a picture of the egg sandwich lady. :)
ReplyDeleteThink of you often. Glad to see you are having an exciting journey and will be able to share some of your experiences with your Mom and Dad. You are running an amazing race and remember to keep your eye on the prize. In Him, Sheral
ReplyDeleteI feel ya, friend. I've been feeling so frustrated lately, mostly with lesson planning. I hope Andrea is right. If so, I can't wait to be there.
ReplyDeleteHey Erica! Girl, what you're saying rings so true. The culture shock, the frustrations teaching, even the power outages... it's so confusing sometimes why we are called and placed in these situations. I'll definitely be going to Him on your behalf. Hope you're loving it over there through it all.
ReplyDelete"consider it pure joy..." :)
It's sounds cheesy but it really helps to make a list of things you are thankful for/ count your blessings. Even when things are hard or frustrating there are still tons of blessings being poured out all around you, because He loves you. I started my list today! Keep adding to it and see how long it gets...it will make you smile:)
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