Life Goes On

One of the realities of living abroad is that like or not, life goes forward. Events occur, both in our lives and the lives of those back home, that are of importance or significance. These times are poignant reminders of the sacrifice we have made to do God's work here in Hungary.

In the three months since we arrived here, we have celebrated our 10th wedding anniversary and Jonathan's 30th birthday (just this past weekend). Our boys have continued to grow and change. Grant is getting more teeth weekly it seems and he has begun to babble incessantly. He crawls now and can even pull himself up to stand. Carter has developed so much as well. We can see it and hear it in his problem solving, his conversations and his observations. (We've add some family videos of these moments under the Links)

And too, many things have happened back at home that we have missed. Corinne's parents moved into a new home. Babies have been born and others are expecting. Our good friends are getting married in just a few weeks. The emails and phone calls and Facebook photos are gentle reminders that you too have experienced so much in our absence. Our hope is that you realize you are greatly missed, but that in a way you are here with us.

Each day we live and work in Hungary is put into motion in part by your sacrifice as well. Your prayers and support are the fuel for our ministry. Part of the reason we write is so you may know what a difference your contribution has made. Sure, we feel a sadness to celebrate without you and quietly wish to partake in your special occasions, but God replaces our losses with new joys. Thank you for sharing your moments with us in whatever way you can. We love to see what you are doing! Would you continue to pray that God would make special moments in ministry for us here?

Going On,

Jonathan, Corinne, Carter & Grant