tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12621093434517316222024-03-14T11:06:28.497-03:00Lilacs in bloomMay your roots go down deep into the soil of God's marvelous love; and may you be able to feel and understand... how long, how wide, how deep, and how high his love really is. Ephesians 3:17-19BSChttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08366617933856902852noreply@blogger.comBlogger605125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1262109343451731622.post-84781253822246498282015-10-07T22:37:00.003-03:002015-10-07T22:37:57.838-03:00Slice of life<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: large;">We were in Haiti for exactly 2 weeks and Robin needed to fly to the states for a board meeting. Of course the night he leaves there is a huge storm and we wake up to no water. I didn't have to do anything but as I saw the crew of men take off (on the Mule which is what it is for) I was so relieved to know they had the experience and expertise to fix it. By noon the water was back on. Yeah. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I didn't think I would be able to use a crockpot here so I didn't bring mine but no problem because one is here and so far I've used it to cook batches of meat. Then I can add the pre-cooked meat to other dishes. Very handy for me. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">We shipped our desktop computer by Fed-Ex to Florida and then it was flown over to Haiti. After a few weeks, it made it to our little island. Yeah. Glad to have it.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">There aren't a lot of kids around for our kids to play with, but we have managed a few get togethers and our kids are always up for a games night. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Saturday is still a good time for hair day. The hair is down and being deep conditioned.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">But then a donkey came to visit. Such a surprised. The family was given this donkey and they don't have a large yard for it. They walked it 30 minutes to our yard and the donkey had a great time with the grass. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Gaëlle loved it but I think the girls gave Fiona a bit too much attention and she went a little crazy towards the end of the day.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">On the same day the donkey came, the yellow butterflies returned. I don't know if you can tell, but the tree at the back of this photo had one spot where the butterflies stayed. They just hovered. They were here for a few days and then they left again. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">There are 2 families who are here on La Gonave and their kids are being homeschooled. They have a classroom in a local school so the 2 moms can also teach a few classes during the week at the school. We went to visit their school. Their class is on the 2nd floor and there is a constant wind. So nice. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">They also have a great view.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">One Sunday afternoon we went out on the Wesleyana to a sand bar so we could go swimming. The kids picked up a few conch shells and some Haitian boys took them for the meat.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Admiring the shells.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The younger kids had a great seat on the way back in.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The homeschool class we visited in the local school invited us to come back during the school day during recess because a local vendor sells pate. That's fried dough with different fillings. So we did and we all had some pate. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">We sometimes eat at the guest house even though there aren't any teams. It's always delicious. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">So,this is the outside of our house. One of these days, I'll try to give you more of an idea of what the compound looks like. The house has a screened in porch that runs along the entire front. That is nice. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">A family that has been living here 2 years, invited us to their house for some praise and worship. We went to the roof which had a great view and also was nice and cool. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Even though we are surrounded by water, there are not a lot of beaches to swim at. We went to a mangrove area where local kids go swimming. It was educational. First, you have to walk through the roots and try not to step on them. Then you have to navigate all of the naked boys who are curious about the white people. I don't think we'll go swimming here.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">There is a big market 1 hour up the mountain. Somehow I got elected to drive the mule vehicle. I had a seasoned missionary next to me and she helped with encouragement and instruction on how to take the big bumps and sometimes non-existent road. When we got to the market she encouraged us all to try a bread treat. I don't know the name, but they take a type of flour and add sugar. Then put it in a pot over the fire. The heat binds the 2 ingredients together and makes a sweet warm flat bread. It was so interesting and fairly good. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I think everybody who passes a market with all of the donkeys outside takes a photo. It is so cool to see the donkey parking lots. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">We finally have some reliable internet, so I am trying to catch up on September happenings, starting with the big move. We decided to spend the night before the airplane flight to Haiti in an airport hotel. That worked out well for us. I drove Robin to the airport with all of our hockey bags and then drove back to the hotel. I woke up the kids and when we were ready we took the shuttle. Allison is storing the van for us, so he drove up to Halifax later on and picked up the van and drove it back to Yarmouth. I love when plans come together.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Robin had no problem getting our bags checked but we did have some issues with our carry on. We had been living out of a suitcase for 6 weeks, so all of our hygiene products were full size. In the bustle of getting our checked bags to be 50 pounds exactly, we sort of forgot about the carry on restrictions. Anyway, security gave us a little grief but we finally got on the plane. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Our plane landed in Montreal and we caught up with Jim, from Norton, NB. He was on his way down to work on the Breezy Sea, as he is a mechanic. When we arrived in the Port au Prince airport, we had a bit of a wait for our luggage. We think it had something to do with a dignitary who also flew in. It looked like they were searching for his luggage and so wouldn't let any of our luggage in until he was in his car and out of the airport. Just be patient. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">We had a great night at Ortlip Guest House and were supposed to leave on the boat first thing Wednesday morning. It was a bit late, so we had a bit of time to swim. It was so warm.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Beth and Barry Gould were on hand to greet us and get us all situated. They had been in country for a week and so were all ready to pass things over to us. All of our lunch meals were spent at the guest house with meals cooked by Madame Foglas. It was a treat to have all of that taken care of.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">We are all doing well with the heat but it is hot. There is a thermometer in the house and it is never below 90. There have been days that it is 95. Gaëlle does seem to mind the heat more than the rest of us. Or at least she voices it more than the rest of us.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">For the first week Peter was out in the yard doing something active. Here they are throwing the ball around. He was also playing soccer with some of the workers. Robin asked him to stop that until the work day was over, at least. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">In the front of the guest house there is a tire swing. Gaëlle is spending lots of time on that which is nice. And she's always up for a photo and a smile. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">This past week we have been in NJ visiting my parents. It turns out we need a US bank account for convenience and what bank do you suppose we chose? TD Bank. They are everywhere. It was super easy to do, too. "The most convenient bank in America". So far, we agree. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Gaëlle was also working on a puzzle. She had a bit of help. I think Grampy did more than half of it. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Finally, inside American Girl Place. Gaëlle used her money to get her doll's ears pierced. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Don't worry if you don't have your doll; you can have a loaner doll for your meal. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">There is a new historical American Girl. Maryellen lives in the 50's. Her outfits were super cute. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">After hours in American Girl Place, we walked up 5th Avenue. We stopped in St. Pat's Cathedral. Gaëlle was pretty confused by all of the people there and the candles. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Instead of going up to the store, the elevator takes you down below the ground to the store. Very fun. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">We walked to the Plaza Hotel where the Eloise books take place. We went in the lobby and had another picture taken.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">We have had lots of good-byes and parties over the past few weeks. I'll just highlight some of what I like to call our "Farewell Tour".</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Gaëlle loves to cook and for this gathering she was making fruit salad with a little helper. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">This little helper was sleeping upstairs, supposedly, but somehow managed to get into Gaëlle's make-up. So cute and somber.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">A great friend and a huge help over the past year and during this move.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">We have wanted to visit everybody that we can during this time leading up to our departure for Haiti, but that just isn't possible. We have tried not to make too many plans so we don't stress ourselves. We did take a day to travel to Yarmouth and we just popped in on whoever was around. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Gaëlle will be in Haiti for her 10th birthday and so I threw her party early. I surprised her with a spa party complete with pedicures and manicures. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The party was for 10 people and Gaëlle knew she wanted her big sisters there. She was also able to invite a couple of other special older girls. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The girls were split in 2 groups. While one group was getting manicures, the other group was having pedicures.</span> </div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">She asked for a mint design on her cake but not a mint flavour. Gaëlle and I made the cake and Robin decorated. 10 lovely candles. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Well, it looks like I am down to a post a month. I hope to get at least that much in because this blog is a good place for me to put more family photos up for my family and friends. So, away we go. Kaylin will start her final year of nursing school this September. She has already ordered her study book for her RN exam after she graduates. No rest for the weary.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">You can take the man out of the mounties but you can't take the blackberry phone away from the man. For the past 12 years or so, Robin has used a blackberry phone at work. It has a unique keypad that he has gotten used to. Once he retired the blackberry phone went, and he started using a cell phone that a friend loaned him. After a bit, it became obvious that he needs that BB keyboard. So, he bought his Haiti phone and it is a Blackberry Classic. He loves it.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">We had a great weekend in Prince Edward Island in July. We spoke at Island Wesleyan Church which was fantastic and we loved it. We also enjoyed a bit of sightseeing. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">We went for an evening stroll at a local beach with our hosts, Joel & Vicky, and the kids absolutely loved the red sand. Great memories. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">One day Robin had to run an errand by the Dartmouth waterfront so we all went along. The kids and I discovered a pavillion commemorating peace around the world. There were rocks and pieces of walls and building from different famous places around the world. There was even a piece of rock from a famous prison in Haiti.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">August began with one of our favourite family activities; Caton's Island Family Camp. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">There are always group games where the families are put on different teams. In the above picture 2 of the team members had to get doused with a bucket of water while we took their photo. Gaëlle volunteered for that. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The kids always enjoy the campfire songs. On our final morning I could hear some singing and looked over to see some kids singing campfire songs by themselves. No campfire. Just some kids singing at the top of their lungs. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Kaylin was a huge help. She not only packed, and moved, and cleaned, she also amused Gaëlle and the dog. We couldn't have done it without her. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">There were some items that we knew we didn't want to part with. But there were some decisions that surprised us both. Tim gave the older kids these clay creatures on rocks many years ago. They are works of art. Robin didn't want to part with them. So they were gently packed away. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Last weekend we headed back to Caton's Island to pick up Peter, clean his clothes, and send him off for a week of teen camp. Gaëlle and Robin were trying to find the perfect skipping rocks. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">On Sunday we went to Jonesport, Maine to speak at the Wesleyan church there. We arrived a little early and spent some time admiring the beauty of the fishing community. What a great day. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">During our time living in St. Andrews and Grand Manan, we discovered how much we loved blueberries from McKay outside of Blacks Harbour. Robin took some time to stop and get a blueberry pie and some rhubarb jam. He's a happy camper. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">On July 1st we headed out for Canada Central District Conference in Brockville, Ontario. We had a great drive and only had Gaëlle with us because Peter was being a CIT at camp. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">We spent 2 nights in Brockville and managed to act a bit like tourists one night after supper as we walked downtown. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Gaëlle was more than willing to stand in front of the lighthouse and smile. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">This was a high end ladies' fashion store that has a bit of an unfortunate name. Time for a change.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The church that was hosting the conference had a beautiful garden in front with lots of statues and places to rest and pray. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Gaëlle loves the water and could spend all day in a pool even if she is the only one in the water. She was able to go swimming while the conference was on and Robin was manning our booth.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">A missionary from Nicaragua, Ryan Schmitz, was at the conference and we all enjoyed talking with him and Gaëlle enjoyed the items he had on display. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">On July 4th we headed back to New Brunswick for the week of family camp. We missed Dick and Cindy but are thankful for the use of their cottage. Robin always makes good use of the griddle. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Beth & Barry Gould, former directors of WISH, were with us for a few days passing along their knowledge and hats. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">A family from our church stayed with us for the week and at times it made for a full table. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Gaëlle got in a few games of Mancala which provided lots of laughter.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">One night in the Director of the Jesus Film for the Wesleyans spoke. The Jesus Film is powerful and effective and changing lives all over the world. At the end of the service they put out a guitar case and people walked forward and made a donation. They raised $7100. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Gaëlle was able to participate in a few of the afternoon activities. She decorated a pillow case one day. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Several families from our church were able to be there during the week and several come up for the ordination of Sharon Guptill. We had an impromptu potluck. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Friday night Kaylin came up because there was a commissioning service for us. It was nice and I'm glad they offered it to us. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">It doesn't matter where Gaëlle is, she manages to make friends. But she was happy to see the Gilles' girls at Beulah and spent lots of time running around with them.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">We know that an accessible shower is a great feature and hopefully this will be one of many features for children with special needs. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The celebrations have not been all that big in our house lately. There is just too much going on and Father's Day was no exception. I couldn't seem to get my act together and make much happen. However, for Father's Day Kaylin made her dad an amazing blueberry lemon cake with cream cheese icing. Yum.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">My parents came for a few days last week. It was great to have them. Gaëlle especially enjoyed some extra attention and family game time. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">We made s'more ice cream cones. Just add chocolate & peanut butter chips, Rolos, and mini marshmallows to waffle cones. Wrap in tin foil and place in the oven for 10 minutes. If you are lucky enough to be around a campfire, they can be heated up at the edge of the fire. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I found a game on Pinterest which involved making marshmallow shooters out of Dixie Cups. It was difficult to control the marshmallows, but it provided a few laughs. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">My mom often does some kind of gift exchange so I headed to the local Thrift store and came back with some inexpensive gifts. I also gave the kids only a bag of candy. After all, "It's SUMMER."</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The reason my parents came last week was a memorial for a relative of my dad's. The service was nice and it was great to have some of my extended family over for supper. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Our summer flowers have been really slow coming out. This past weekend the Lupines were putting on their show. I just love the purples and pinks and will definitely miss this sign of the end of spring and the beginning of summer when we are in Haiti. But for now, we will enjoy our Maritime summer. </span></div>
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Missionary Training Institute was at Indiana Wesleyan University from June 7- 19. The kids were all there and had their own daily program and instruction. They learned about being missionary kids and living in different cultures and had a lot of fun at the same time. </div>
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The kids' program was based in the lounge of the dorm we were all staying at. </div>
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The kids were taught by two Missionary Kids.</div>
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The youth had their own program and were also taught by two missionary kids.</div>
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The adults had training from 8:30 - 5:00 each day. We had 7 different tracks with current missionaries doing the teaching. There were lots of highlights and lots of information. It was so helpful to have the wisdom from those who have served in so many different capacities. </div>
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One of the tracks was on language. The trainer has a Masters Degree in linguistics so some of our handouts reminded me of Emily and all of the topics she is learning. </div>
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Robin celebrated his 50th birthday while we were there. The kids sent videos to Kaylin and she put them together in a video for Robin. As you can tell, he enjoyed it very much. </div>
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Our 2nd week of training there were 25 current missionaries back in the US for Partnership Development. They had devotions with us but then had their own sessions. They brought different foods and drinks for us all to try. Some was devoured. The "Qurt Balls" were not a favourite but definitely the talk of the week. </div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Well, this was it. The highly anticipated trip to Haiti for the missionary retreat. Gaëlle seemed most excited about the plane ride but I knew she would love the entire experience. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I made sure to get a photo of the kids as soon as the plane touched down in Haiti. What a moment. It has been 5 years and 5 months since Gaëlle has been back and the first time the kids have been back together.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The above picture is at the Port au Prince airport as the bus took them from the Canadian Embassy the morning of January 27, 2010. Their smiles just get me every time. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Our first night in Haiti was at the Ortlip Ministry Center. It's about 1 1/2 hours from the airport. Needless to say, Gaëlle was already making friends with one of the missionary kids. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Wednesday morning we went on the <i>Wesleyana </i>to La Gonave. We had a good crossing with just a gentle swell. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">We did a bit of walking around La Gonave and got a tour of the Wesleyan and WISH compounds. Peter played soccer with some kids and a soccer coach/ police officer visiting from the states. We enjoyed our quick visit to the island and it's nice that the kids could get a sense of where we will live and where they will have school. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I was asked to provide team building games for the adults. We brought down small </span><span style="font-size: large;">Post-It </span><span style="font-size: large;">notes and had the groups create a scene that you would find in Haiti. Some of the adults had a hard time wasting all of those Post-It notes but I think it was fun.</span></div>
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<br />BSChttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08366617933856902852noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1262109343451731622.post-66230487041240395842015-05-19T09:23:00.001-03:002015-05-19T09:23:59.794-03:00Time Flies<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmgbC6lLK_i3M-0aFB4Fv_icyVO0DFzxntGBwh9G2PtP-pL3ZO8WMmhYeYFcAxkHxmkNWdAYshmXqgRWvjt1aoUfULQs3BSY0tMEkn8CkMCDof08z_BN8dx0IgUX60AL0E5j1zCOH5pKGr/s640/blogger-image-867918746.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmgbC6lLK_i3M-0aFB4Fv_icyVO0DFzxntGBwh9G2PtP-pL3ZO8WMmhYeYFcAxkHxmkNWdAYshmXqgRWvjt1aoUfULQs3BSY0tMEkn8CkMCDof08z_BN8dx0IgUX60AL0E5j1zCOH5pKGr/s640/blogger-image-867918746.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">I didn't realize how long it has been since I updated this part of my life. Emily and Kaylin both asked me to put up some photos so they would know what was going on with us. So... Let's see how I do.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Robin had a great time in Haiti with his colleagues. There were several highs and several sad moments. It was a trip where they saw the contrasts that exist for people in Haiti. Robin loves the photo above because the other trips to Terre Sel were so quick and all of the kids were somber. This photo shows their joy. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBokIhPfCBXTf7jIzyLH0VS7nez7JBaNakz655DlRvdfHNemDnj9Y8awQRve_6ssIUliEz6rxdbaD7pK-20q-A-fmgL5M8N9gBIIiwmWT0J8iz_IX_Yq0cEAEf4xTEbdpsKJzsFyyFmIXp/s640/blogger-image-1625536517.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBokIhPfCBXTf7jIzyLH0VS7nez7JBaNakz655DlRvdfHNemDnj9Y8awQRve_6ssIUliEz6rxdbaD7pK-20q-A-fmgL5M8N9gBIIiwmWT0J8iz_IX_Yq0cEAEf4xTEbdpsKJzsFyyFmIXp/s640/blogger-image-1625536517.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Sorry this photo is blurry but you can see both kids in Grand Manan at Dan and Edie's. We were there 2 weekends in a row in May. We stayed at The Power House both times. Peter and Gaëlle LOVED Grand Manan. It was a beautiful weekend and we were able to connect with a few special people. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJCx0R6oOoy3s-Xc6n0rVjb5SWae-VPjhAQzIvN0Jyotae2WkKXVC1xw0JLvpXNXpiELa0ob0dy6X7cnqeZf826qLJYIRCMSoVeHxFtsLSHBkWt4EWvMhwrsLHt1pM_5ltg-PdiV1aBCud/s640/blogger-image--1750720976.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJCx0R6oOoy3s-Xc6n0rVjb5SWae-VPjhAQzIvN0Jyotae2WkKXVC1xw0JLvpXNXpiELa0ob0dy6X7cnqeZf826qLJYIRCMSoVeHxFtsLSHBkWt4EWvMhwrsLHt1pM_5ltg-PdiV1aBCud/s640/blogger-image--1750720976.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Looking for shells in Blacks Harbour before the boat came. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpfaqf8a-agkrz1o1iLABd2PHl-2Or7i_85-nVjmR3dc_7mR5_EaG8CnqW8ht21B4cuGYC0Ce5I200U9CKwOmuHsuYA_Mzv2gy6z8F1OytoZvo5ysPP4JigI9SxjzV93qN_APl017Lh11g/s640/blogger-image-138311422.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpfaqf8a-agkrz1o1iLABd2PHl-2Or7i_85-nVjmR3dc_7mR5_EaG8CnqW8ht21B4cuGYC0Ce5I200U9CKwOmuHsuYA_Mzv2gy6z8F1OytoZvo5ysPP4JigI9SxjzV93qN_APl017Lh11g/s640/blogger-image-138311422.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">It's a new ferry but it's all basically the same. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaC2Q3Ka_MkN-wJbnZT_cJSaKCsETSAaFpQnY6hzqUGw8I6__ZXa1KhNWq5QMMSmxaGMHK6BXyuouNgSl8GQ8u31aiMZkz9nOVT7X2eJ8U_zFtWIKsDLrqzQ0VHJWGol6Qe6deVTlfHG-m/s640/blogger-image-82027532.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaC2Q3Ka_MkN-wJbnZT_cJSaKCsETSAaFpQnY6hzqUGw8I6__ZXa1KhNWq5QMMSmxaGMHK6BXyuouNgSl8GQ8u31aiMZkz9nOVT7X2eJ8U_zFtWIKsDLrqzQ0VHJWGol6Qe6deVTlfHG-m/s640/blogger-image-82027532.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">There's the lighthouse. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7rhy1AA9B_-_tjvdWHHT-smcgmUW8RwWhCCskYx8PF2HJpoCdrCnHntnq6cli8TZ29RNEXXxMQv93F76TxRUcY7-8S-oCVViLZCrU4rVmVpp3C9pPgYUPqizW2IvQLR-c3yANtudGXAyr/s640/blogger-image-2081059805.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7rhy1AA9B_-_tjvdWHHT-smcgmUW8RwWhCCskYx8PF2HJpoCdrCnHntnq6cli8TZ29RNEXXxMQv93F76TxRUcY7-8S-oCVViLZCrU4rVmVpp3C9pPgYUPqizW2IvQLR-c3yANtudGXAyr/s640/blogger-image-2081059805.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">We found out that we have faulty plumbing pipes in the house. So we decided to be pro-active and replace them all. It was a week long job where they cut several holes in the wall and took down a large part of the basement ceiling to get at the kitchen in floor heating. But we're glad it is done. The crack filler was amazing. 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<span style="font-size: large;">Robin and Gaëlle decided we needed Chocolate Cake Waffles with whip cream. I'm not sure why but they saw a picture and decided this was a "MUST TRY" recipe. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The final creation. It was good. After all, what's not to love about warm chocolate and whip cream? </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Peter has several volleyball tournaments this spring. Last Saturday we were in Truro for the first one. His team had enough players to enter 2 teams. One team came in 2nd and the other team came in 4th.</span> </div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Peter seems tall to us but all of the teams had a couple of tall players. He does well at the net blocking the ball and really enjoys volleyball. It's fun to watch which is good, because we'll be watching a lot more in the coming weeks. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Today is Bunny Day. There is still so much snow on the ground so I made clues and sent the kids around the house. Only 10 clues and they were apparently easy.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The final clue led to a basket of candy. Bunny Day 2015 is over again. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Josh turned 26 this week. How does this happen? How do the years fly by so fast? Emily posted this picture of the 2 of them at a wedding last June at Catons Island. This summer Josh hopes to be at Family Camp at Beulah. I can't wait!!!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Our drive home was a bit of an adventure. Once we passed Moncton, the blowing snow became an issue. We would drive along and it would be perfectly clear, and then we would have to slow down to almost nothing as it became white out conditions. We could hear on the news that there were a couple of multi vehicle crashes that afternoon. And when we were at Stewiacke, a vehicle spun around and went off the road right in front of us. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">But we made it home and then wouldn't you know it, school was cancelled on Monday. The kids were staying with friends for the weekend so that worked out well for all of us. We are so thankful for their support and help. And so thankful for churches to invite us to come and share with them.</span> </div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">On Robin's last day of work, his co-worker took him out for ribs. Robin has huge respect for the people he works with and will miss the camaraderie, but so far is not missing the job at all.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Robin's cooking interest is coming out a bit. He got a craving for his mom's gingerbread cake. So he made some. Unfortunately, it was not quite like moms. I think he over beat it and it was too dense. He'll try again. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">March is birthday month around here. Kaylin got Peter a shirt that just made her laugh. Peter loves it. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I tried a new cake for Kaylin's birthday and that's what Peter requested for his birthday cake. For the past few years I think we've had the lemon meringue cake. This year it is <a href="http://www.lifeloveandsugar.com/2014/01/23/reeses-peanut-butter-chocolate-chip-cookie-cake/" target="_blank">Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Cake.</a> It is like a giant cookie. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">It is currently March Break for the kids. No school. Robin is off so on Tuesday, he took the kids bowling. He got a picture of Gaëlle in her eclectic dress style. She loves skirts with leggings under them. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The big story of March is our snow. On Sunday we had a storm that shut a lot of things down. In fact a lot of churches, including ours, had services on Saturday night. Then Wednesday morning we woke up to another blizzard. We knew it was coming but we ended up with twice as much snow as we thought we would get. And it was windy. All day long. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">We haven't worried too much about the snow on the back deck, but during Wednesday's storm, Robin decided he should clear it off. So he climbed a ladder and went to work. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">This was a good afternoon to be inside playing games. I haven't played the Bazaar game in a long time and had forgotten how great it is. It's from <a href="http://www.discoverytoys.com/PublicStore/stores/homeoffice/CORPAMCA/product/Bazaar,1047,183.aspx#sthash.Xkz7UNpJ.fkV0GJdF.dpbs" target="_blank">Discovery Toys and one of the games</a> my mom got at a garage sale. I just have to say that I have loved all of the games and puzzles we have had from Discovery Toys. Good times.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">While Emily was home she went through some of the work from our homeschooling years I had saved. It was so interesting to hear her comments and observations. She has not only survived but flourished in her 4 years of university and now in her masters program. I was actually impressed with how organized I was during out schooling at home. At the end of every year I compiled a summary of what we used for the year and the concepts covered. Interesting. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I think Emily and Kaylin and Josh would make great speakers at homeschooling events because they all have interesting perspectives due to their current situations. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">One thing Emily said, was how much she hated math at home. And yet, when she got to public school she realized how strong she was in math. So, as I reflect, was there anything I could do to make it a more positive experience? I don't know. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">It's also interesting to hear Peter's perspective on social studies/history in a traditional class. He is not a fan. And when I observe how it has been taught in his last 5 years, I agree with him. Boring. And yet Emily would say it is something we did well at home. So, there you go. It was easy to learn history and social studies in a home setting and seems to be difficult to do well in a traditional class. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Emily also took the chance to try out some of her Speech Language Pathology skills on us. She said it was so she could see normal. So there you go. One normal girl.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Kaylin was so busy with school and work while Emily was here, so the plan was for Emily to drive to Moncton on her last Friday here and spend the night, coming home on Saturday. Wouldn't you know it? We were hit with so many storms while Emily was here and Friday was no exception. The winds were too high on the Tantramar Marsh Highway between Nova Scotia and New Brunswick so Emily was stuck in Amherst before she decided to come home. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">New Plan. Robin drove Emily to Moncton early Saturday morning so she wouldn't be too tired during the drive. The girls spent the day together and then Robin and Emily drove home at night. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Flexibility cannot be overrated. I think it's a skill we will need in Haiti so we might as well embrace change of plans. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Emily left Sunday morning and was able to fly out without any issues. It was so good to see her. She is working so hard and doing so well. I can't believe all that she is learning. It's all fascinating. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Kaylin came home on the bus Wednesday. Just in time for her 21st birthday. It's always so nice to have her home. She was busy studying for most of it, but it's just nice to have her presence. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Gaëlle and I made a Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Cake. It was different but pretty good. After all, how can you go wrong with peanut butter and chocolate? </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Halifax has been having a crazy time with snow and ice build up. There have been 4 schools in the city that have been closed all week because of issues with their roofs. Friday Kaylin called me at work because Peter's bus didn't show up. We didn't even think to look. But it turns out the roof on his school is now leaking. So... he got a day off. He spent some of it drawing. He does so well. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">It's been a quick time with Kaylin. She goes back to Moncton today so that she can work tonight. But it's been great to have her and Emily during February. We are so thankful. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">For Black History month, Nova Scotia Symphony put on a free family concert called "Black is Beautiful" featuring composers of colour. The concert was held at the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic. It was very well done. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The conductor made sure to share the history of the piece or type of music throughout the concert so I learned quite a bit. There was a ragtime piece by Scott Joplin and a jazz selection from Miles Davis and even a song by an Afro-French composer called Le Chevalier de Saint-George who lived at the time of Mozart. It was a great way to spend a Sunday afternoon.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">We always have fun deciding what to do for Valentine's Day. Gaëlle and I looked through some of the ideas online and she decided to make candy kabobs for her class. She would have been happy for me to do the card part for her, but I encouraged her to do the whole thing.... so she did. She was thrilled with the outcome and I was pleased with her effort.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Emily is home!!! She arrived Thursday night and we were all so happy to see her. Peter invited her to draw with him so the three of them say down on Saturday and spent some time drawing. Love this. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">On Saturday night our church hosted a Valentine's Day meal as a fundraiser for their upcoming Haiti missions trip. So Robin invited Emily and the 2 of them went. They both had a great time and Emily was able to see some of her friends which was also nice. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">We have had nothing but snow around here for the past 2 days. So all churches in Halifax were cancelled on Sunday. So we stayed home. We played a Bible Trivia game. Some of the questions were hard and some were easy. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Then I took a song by Christian artist Jamie Grace called "Do Life Big" that was based on the verse John 10:10. We discussed the life of Jamie Grace briefly. Then we talked about the lyrics and what it means to "Do Life Big". It was nice to have Emily with us to aid in our conversation. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Well the past 2 weeks have been filled with the flu. Every single one of us has had it at some point. We all had different sleeping spots. Robin and Gaëlle tend to camp out on the couch and fall asleep. Peter would go downstairs and promptly fall asleep. I'm the only normal one who would go to bed for my naps. Fortunately we are all on the mend. Still coughing. Still a bit tired, but getting better.</span> </div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Robin decided to shave his hair off. He is now going for the smooth bald look. Everybody wants to know what I think. Well, I'm getting used to it. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Snickers has held onto one stuffed animal for a while now. Whenever we come home, she runs to find her toy and joyfully comes to greet us. Well, the mastodon was losing it's stuffing beads, so we are letting her choose between a frog and a dog. She's trying them both out here. We haven't seen her carry them yet, but we do find the dog in different spots. So I think she will soon greet us with her new friend. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The purging continues. I went through the kitchen cupboards a few weekends ago and put aside anything I can't see myself using in the next 6 months. It was easy to let it go. Well, most of it. I have great memories of all of the checkerboard cakes I made, but it's time to let the cake pans go and all of the other kitchen items that are not used on a regular basis. My cupboards are much neater and cleaner. One step closer to putting the house on the market.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">One of the Christmas food traditions I never forgot to do is making Peanut Butter Cups. I bought the mold at the "Shop of the Christmas Elves" in Yarmouth the first year I was married. And I used the recipe they gave out. I have made them every year since then and they are definitely a family favourite. This was the last one of 2014.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Last Sunday morning we had a snow/ice morning. Robin managed to get Kaylin back to the bus for Moncton, but we decided to stay put for church. So I put together a Bible Verse Scavenger Hunt. We had our devotions and hated to miss church but had a great morning together.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Over the holidays we managed to play a few games. Ratuki is a new game to our family but Vashti introduced it to Robin and Peter last year when they were in Haiti. They loved it. It is a fast paced game but an easy one to teach others and fun to play.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">On New Years Day we used the "Holiday" Dishes for the last time. After our meal, I packed them all up in a box for storage. We will store them until Kaylin is ready to use them. We don't plan on being here next year to use them. A bittersweet moment.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">It was so nice to have Carol and Rob with us on New Years Day for our Soup Joumou. Carol's smile may just rival Gaëlle's. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">And we pulled out the Scum cards for even more fun. Scum is another one of those constants in our lives. We were introduced to the game when we lived in St Andrews and it's just a good fun game to play. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Last summer we bought a case of Stephenson maple syrup and somehow we finished the entire case this December. One of the families in our church also bought a case last summer and they blessed us with a jar for Christmas. Yeah. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">One thing that never ceases to amaze me is how nothing stays the same. Everything is constantly changing. This Christmas was the first time Joshua and Emily weren't with us. Leading up to Christmas, this was very much on my mind. I knew we would all miss them very much (Certain behaviours from certain family members definitely indicated that we would miss them.) and I made an effort to send them special things that would let them know we would miss them. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">But I also was intentional in mixing things up for our family. So for the first Christmas Eve ever, we got home from church and had Chinese food. Not only were we missing Josh and Emily, but Kaylin was working on Christmas Eve until 10 pm. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">We ordered our food ahead of time so we just had to pick it up on our way home. Then we picked out a Christmas movie and sat in the living room to watch it. Now I don't anticipate this will be a tradition for our family but it was different and was a great way to show the kids that as things change, we can still make memories and celebrate those special days in a new and fun way.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Every Christmas Robin wears his red socks so I guess some things never change.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Peter is constantly tapping on tables, chairs, or just about anything. So we got him a beat drum. He had no idea because he has not asked for a single thing for Christmas. But he was clearly pleased.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">What Peter was most excited about and again, had no idea it was coming, was a drawing tablet that is hooked up to the computer. The 5 kids draw each other's names and just get a nice present for one of their siblings. This was Joshua's present for Peter and is his favourite present. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Robin and I buy the kids each one main present and then fill their stocking. Believe it or not, it's not easy to buy a meaningful gift for the younger kids. They would love an iPad or iPhone but that's just not going to happen and they know it. But Gaëlle spends a lot of time listening to an audio series called "Jonathan Park". Our family has been given 2 of the series and she listens to them OVER and OVER again. So we downloaded the next 8 volumes of the series for her and burned them to CDs. So they are on our computer and on CDs for her. She spent most of the day on the couch or chair listening to the next adventure in Jonathan Parks and combing her American Girl dolls' hair. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">It's always interesting to see how we handle change and disappointments. A lot of us can be defeated by those big moments because the reality doesn't always meet our expectations. We managed to Skype with Emily for an hour at the end of the day, and we texted with Joshua throughout the day. We were so thankful for those small connections to our adult children. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I can honestly say, our Christmas was a beautiful day. The kids handled everything with smiles and good attitudes and gratitude. We spent time remembering our family in Edmonton, NJ, Massachusetts, and in Haiti. We talked about next Christmas and how we don't know exactly where we will be or who will be with us. I'm praying that the differences of this Christmas will comfort us all to know that God will be with us and we can make memories regardless of our circumstances. </span></div>
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One thing that never changes around here; Peter spends a lot of time on his art. Last weekend he spent some money on art supplies from the art store downtown. He mainly draws with pencils so he got some more pencils but also some other tools. He also chose some pastels to play around with and some watercolours. So he is set for a while.</div>
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We picked up Kaylin yesterday at the bus. We're all happy to see her. Let the festivities begin. </div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">For many years, every day of December we give the kids one piece of candy. Sometimes we read an Advent story along with it. Sometimes we do the Jesse Tree. Sometimes it's just candy. But there's always candy. This year, I sewed up little bags and stamped designs or sewed some buttons on. Then I put candy inside and sent them to the girls. I'm not known for being early or on time with my gifts, but in this case, I managed to get them to the girls by December 1st.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Our church puts on a 2 day Christmas variety type of show called, "Christmas on the Hill". Robin is putting together a Black Light Hand song with the kids. It's going really well and they are all pleased with it. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Gaëlle is also singing with the children in Junior Church for one song and then all the participants come out for the final song. It's a lot of fun and is tonight and Sunday night. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Both kids are spending a lot of time with their drawing, colouring and all over crafting. It's a nice way to fill their time. It's a busy time of year, but we're trying to take the time to find joy in our every day world. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">This was one of my birthday presents. Kaylin has one and I used it a bit over the summer. Well, the little green food processor went back to Moncton with her. So, Robin bought me my own for my birthday and guess who is using it the most? </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I never did post this. On Remembrance Day we packed up the kids bikes and drove to a local path where the kids biked and Robin and I power walked. It was one of those perfect afternoons. The path goes through Bedford and so we managed to take a detour to get a snack. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Robin puts together some great meals and lately we have discovered his Shepherd's Pie. On Tuesday I was taking it easy in the living room while he was getting supper ready. I can't even begin to tell you how good the house smelled. Then once we ate, it was super good. Such a cozy moment for me with a nice warm house, surrounded by family and ending with comfort food. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Robin recently was presented with his 25 year service pin. I was able to go to this presentation which was one of the nice ones. It was not very long (Because let's be honest.... sometimes these can go on forever.) and there was a presentation for bravery for 4 officers which is not usually done. I enjoyed my afternoon and I think Robin did as well. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">What we're reading now. Robin has been reading "The Good and Beautiful God" by James Bryan Smith. He is loving it and keeps saying, "Beth, you have to read this!" He finds it affirming as it focuses on God's grace in light of our insufficiency. The author mentions the works based faith of the past which borders on superstition. It's arrogance to think we can work our way into heaven. My mom gave me "Jesus Feminist" on the birthday celebration this past summer. Thanks mom. Emily suggested this book and I am really enjoying it. I also highly recommend it. Not in the sense that I'm ready to call myself a Jesus Feminist, but I just love the compassionate writing of Sarah Bessey. I love her approach to differences in the body of Christ. "The Ultimate Blessing" by Joanne Lyon still ranks as one of our all time favourites. It's on the nightstand as we are grappling with our response to the needs all around us. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">It was my birthday this week. It was strange to just have 4 of us at home, altho Josh joined us by Skype and Emily joined us by audio Skype. Somehow the iPad representing her isn't in the photo. My parents also called right at this moment but didn't stick around for the photo. Kaylin was working so didn't join us for the candle blowing. I am so blessed to be surrounded by such love and support. I really felt it this birthday. Thanks all.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">On Friday we joined the celebration of the life of a wonderful husband, father and man of God. John Harris passed away this week in Moncton. Robin, Kaylin and I felt privileged to attend the funeral. It was amazing to see the impact he had on his community. He lived an ordinary life but in his faithfulness to God and his family, he made a huge difference. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">We also stopped in to see Snickers. 2 weeks ago she suffered paralysis of her back legs and amazingly has gotten better although it is still obvious that her back section doesn't quite work right. She was beyond overjoyed to see us.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Once she settled down, it was obvious who she was really happy to see. Robin has missed their walks and cuddles together also.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">As part of Kaylin's nursing program, she has a project to plan and implement for her clinical. Her group needed a comfy chair and seeing as we will be selling all of our belongs this year, she asked for the LazyBoy chair. As we think about selling our "stuff" we say that we aren't attached to much. But as Robin took apart this chair to donate to Kaylin's project, it became obvious that this was actually much tougher than he thought. Somehow, our stuff becomes important to us. As adults we should be able to move past this, but it is definitely a reminder that we will have to be wise and compassionate to the kids as we move through this transition.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Ending with a maple bacon doughnut. Robin and the kids went to a local Farmer's Market for lunch and brought back this doughnut. We all tried a bite. After all, bacon goes with everything. The taste was ok, but it was a bit strange. Not my favourite. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Robin and I had orientation week at Wesleyan HQ in Fishers, Indiana. The kids stayed with their grandparents in NJ. So, on Saturday, October 17, we drove all the way to NJ. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">We made a quick stop at LL Bean. 3 years ago I bought a backpack for Gaëlle and last year the zipper broke. We held onto it until we knew we were going to be passing through Maine. Sure enough, they gave us a credit for $35 and I bought another backpack. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">We flew out of Newark Airport on Sunday morning and headed to Indiana where it was #partyweek at Global Partners. We had a great week and were treated to treats ALL week. We stayed at a gorgeous Bed and Breakfast for missionaries, called <a href="http://shunemhouse.com/ShunemHouse.htm" target="_blank">Shunem House</a>. As soon as we walked in the door and saw the treats in the kitchen, I made the decision to not have any candy. Somehow I managed to stay away and didn't have a single piece of candy while I was there. But we were treated so well and really felt spoiled.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">We flew back to NJ Friday night and found the pumpkins Peter and Gaëlle had carved that week. My parents kept the kids busy with all kinds of activities. They helped out at the library sale, went to exercise at the YMCA, ate out many times, went for a hike, and spent a day at the Liberty Science Center. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Both kids helped out with cooking during the week, but Gaëlle especially enjoyed her time in the kitchen.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Starbucks coffee is way too strong for Robin and myself. We were both amused by this shirt. Anyway, it was a great week but we are glad to be home and back in our routine. </span></div>
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