Have I mentioned that I don't do well in transition? Not even in transitiong to school life for the kids. I am super tired and have no desire to exercise. Just getting through the day is good enough. Hopefully next week the transition stage will be calming down for all of us. The kids are doing EXCELLENT!!!!
Jaxson is going to Kindergarten!!!!! :( :) :( It is what is best for him. I'm sure that class is advanced, too, if the first grade class is any indicator. Thanks, Jennifer, for your encouragement and e-mail as it helped seal my decision. Jaxson is 6 and needs to play, not do school for 7 hours and then 2 more at home. I do not want my kids to lose their childhood in the name of education. Avery is thrilled to have her best-friend back since he will only be at school 3 days a week. So tomorrow he stays home with us. I am glad to have him home again as well. And I think the afternoons will go better without all the stress of trying to fit a square peg in a round whole if you know what I mean.
I went out with John today, and the two little ones, to do visitation. On a side note, have I mentioned how easy it feels when we only have 2 or 3 kids? Anyway, I got to see my friends Jenny, Christina and Brigida (all Peruvians) out in our area of ministry. It was wonderful to catch up with them and hear what is going on in their lives and hopefully encourage them. I felt the Lord lay on my heart to buy food for my friend, Christina, and her family. They hadn't eaten anything today and I had no idea. They only had a glass of milk that the government gives them. She was so thankful and just kept saying that it was "divine." I have to agree. I can't tell you how much it filled my soul to be out doing what God has brought us here to do. I know John does it daily, but it was nice for me to "personally" be on the front lines. I will go back in 2 weeks.
Please pray for a medical issue that I am having. Please pray I will have wisdom in how to handle it and how to proceed. ;) Thanks!
Wednesday, February 24, 2010
Tuesday, February 23, 2010
School Day
A few highlights from the first day of school yesterday:
Before school started the kids lined up with their respective classes to say a prayer and the pledge.
There were about 8 sets of parents there to drop the kids off. The moms and dads both came and the parents hung around about 1/2 hour afterwards to chat. It was really sweet. What great parents! What great kids!
Jaxson ran off so fast that he didn't even kiss or hug us. He couldn't get to his class fast enough.
Ally and Parker, of course, gave us hugs and were nervous but excited.
They jumped in the van yesterday afternoon and promptly told me that they never wanted to be homeschooled again!!!! They proclaimed how wonderful their days were, how much they learned and how they couldn't wait to go back tomorrow (today).
The school will be doing "Oliver Twist" the musical.
For P.E., the kids will be going to a local pool to do swimming lessons for the month of march.
The children not only have to learn their AWANA's verses, but also a special verse each week for their classroom.
The principal and staff, all supported missionaries, are Godly, kind people. I really appreciate their hearts for my kids and for prayer.
The morning and afternoon went smoothly. I was super exhausted by 6:30 p.m. and I must say that women who work and send their kids to school are amazing. I am home and still the getting them out the door and then doing the afternoon routine was a lot more than I am accustomed to. But we will get the hang of it.
Jaxson has a lot of catching up to do in reading. We studied for 2 hours last night. Please pray he can catch up because he would be further ahead in kindergarten and wouldn't be challenged. But now, he is behind in their reading program which, in my opinion, is super advanced (2nd-3rd grade level - Abeka).
Avery is a bit sad and missing the kids a lot. She isn't talking much and kind of mopes around. :( That has been the only negative so far.
Pictures of their first day to come soon!
Before school started the kids lined up with their respective classes to say a prayer and the pledge.
There were about 8 sets of parents there to drop the kids off. The moms and dads both came and the parents hung around about 1/2 hour afterwards to chat. It was really sweet. What great parents! What great kids!
Jaxson ran off so fast that he didn't even kiss or hug us. He couldn't get to his class fast enough.
Ally and Parker, of course, gave us hugs and were nervous but excited.
They jumped in the van yesterday afternoon and promptly told me that they never wanted to be homeschooled again!!!! They proclaimed how wonderful their days were, how much they learned and how they couldn't wait to go back tomorrow (today).
The school will be doing "Oliver Twist" the musical.
For P.E., the kids will be going to a local pool to do swimming lessons for the month of march.
The children not only have to learn their AWANA's verses, but also a special verse each week for their classroom.
The principal and staff, all supported missionaries, are Godly, kind people. I really appreciate their hearts for my kids and for prayer.
The morning and afternoon went smoothly. I was super exhausted by 6:30 p.m. and I must say that women who work and send their kids to school are amazing. I am home and still the getting them out the door and then doing the afternoon routine was a lot more than I am accustomed to. But we will get the hang of it.
Jaxson has a lot of catching up to do in reading. We studied for 2 hours last night. Please pray he can catch up because he would be further ahead in kindergarten and wouldn't be challenged. But now, he is behind in their reading program which, in my opinion, is super advanced (2nd-3rd grade level - Abeka).
Avery is a bit sad and missing the kids a lot. She isn't talking much and kind of mopes around. :( That has been the only negative so far.
Pictures of their first day to come soon!
Saturday, February 20, 2010
Phamily Life
The most up to date PHAMILY HAPPENINGS in very random order!
Yep, this is our little 4 month old who is suppose to be delayed with a weak head. He is now rolling from his front to back AND back to front.
Mommy, I'm going to eat you up!
I'm ready to crawl!
Avery with her new umbrella (not that it rains here) and her birthday scooter!
Scooting away!
What does a 9 year old boy do for fun? Build a tree fort, of course!
Mommy's Photo shoot!
Baby's FIRST cereal!
OH YUMMY!
I am too cute! I use to look like Parker and now I am looking like Jaxson.
My mommy thinks I am too young for a biter biscuit, but boy do I love them.
Everyone is doting over him as he eats his first cereal. I'm not sure who was more excited them or him.
Playing in the local splash pad.
Que RICO!!!
My VERY first bite EVER!!!!!!
The two of us!
Peek-A-BOO!
Precious FEET!
He can't decide which fingers he wants to chew.
Avery gave the baby ALL of these stars for eating his cereal. She said, "Good job, Miles."
Just hanging out.
A Golden Beetle from our back yard.
Avery's 4th birthday cake!
Ministry life
The family celebrating Abigail's Baby Dedication.
Local missionary, Miguel, and the home where his small home church meets. He has been working in a small corner of Gosen for 5 years and we believe God is opening up the doors for us to partner with him and reach the area on a much bigger scale.
Outside of the house where they meet.
Gosen. 1500 homes. Miguel (see pict. below) and John are partnering to reach the area.
A Peruvian Missionary, Miguel, who has been working for 5 years to plant a church. This is one of the houses where he is having a Bible study with about 20 people.
Just one view of one area God has called us to work in.
Area is called Jose Galvez. Have not found any Baptist churches in the area.
I have NO idea how this picture got stuck in here. LOL! It is us with our missionary friends, going to a local petting zoo last week. Meet the McLambs!! I decided to keep it in anyway.
John and Alberto, Miriam and Abigail as she was getting dedicated to the Lord! Pachamanca
A typical Peruvian dish I ate at Rosita's house. It actually tasted delicious. Just wanted to show you what it looks like and how Rosita prepared it - notice her stove.
This is Rosita's two burners for her stove.!
Rosita!
A typical dish from the jungles, but it is cooked in the ground and covered with rocks to cook for several hours!
Trust me, it's DELISH!
This is Rosita's two burners for her stove.!
Rosita!
A typical dish from the jungles, but it is cooked in the ground and covered with rocks to cook for several hours!
Trust me, it's DELISH!Christmas Ministry Party
Before Christmas, we hosted a party for the church leaders in Oasis, in our home. They live in such extreme poverty and we wanted to give them an afternoon of blessings, food, fellowship, fun and free from problems. I cooked deserts for 2 days and we had typical Peruvian food (made by my friend). During the party, we gave out presents to all the little kids, stuffed their bellies, played a game, and had a sweet time of praise. Everyone kept saying what a blessing it was to be here. Some of our neighbors were appalled that we would have "poor" people in our home and they were concerned about their stuff getting stolen. Of course, nothing happened and all went well. This was one of the sweetest days we have had in ministry since we got here. I will remember it for the rest of my life. I hope they will, too!
Some time of Praise!!!
Alberto - the man who will be the Pastor of the church plant - worshipping the Lord!
John giving a devotion and leading a time of worship!
All the kids getting ready to receive their presents!
We played a game where we had to "sing a song" with animal noises. I think we were cats and we were singing song going "meow" and the others had to guess the song.
Enjoying some food!
The leaders of the church loading up their bellies! NO - NONE of them speak English!!
Our entire group (except for John) since he was taking the picture!
2nd try!
Hanging out in the back patio! Fun times!
Some time of Praise!!!
Alberto - the man who will be the Pastor of the church plant - worshipping the Lord!
John giving a devotion and leading a time of worship!
All the kids getting ready to receive their presents!
We played a game where we had to "sing a song" with animal noises. I think we were cats and we were singing song going "meow" and the others had to guess the song.
Enjoying some food!
The leaders of the church loading up their bellies! NO - NONE of them speak English!!
Our entire group (except for John) since he was taking the picture!
2nd try!
Hanging out in the back patio! Fun times!
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