Transition
We've had so much go on in the past 2 weeks. It was a time with family and a time of transition.
Unfortunately, earlier this week Caleb got food poisoning and was sick for about 2 and 1/2 days. My Mom, Step-dad and Sister Rachel flew in a week ago today. They spent the week with us- visiting some different spots in Costa rica.
We tried yummy food.
Relaxed. Took Axel to the Ocean for the first time!
Went for a VERY long hike to see a beautiful waterfall. (Caleb carried Axel in his hiking back pack the whole way. it was about 8km of mountain terrain. probably one of the most difficult hikes i've ever done.
It was nice to have family here because it really helped me feel more at home. Adjusting to a new country without feeling like a total foreigner is not easy. Having them here helped me feel more comfortable with the fact that english is my first language and that even though I am not a Costa Rican this is my home. It was really a blessing to have them here.
These 2 weeks have brought on more lessons and challenges then I've had to face in last 6 months it seems. We had our challenges back home but this is a whole new world of things.
It kind of feels like I forgot what its like to have to live by faith.
I am thankful for the multiple people who have reached out to encourage me. For those who comment on my blog, message me personally or have encouraged us here at the base. It helps me remember that this is possible.
One thing that someone from the base here said to Caleb that really blessed me was..
"You do the possible and God will do the impossible."
We worked hard to get here. Our families worked hard to help as much as possible. Our churches prayed for us. We saved as much as we could. We streched our dollars as far they could go. We stuffed our suitcases beyond belief. We prayed And trusted God, trying to always focus on him.
And we are here.
I believe we've done our possible. Although I worry sometimes, I'm learning that its about trusting him more and worrying less. Believing that he really will do the impossible as we continue to do our possible.
Thanks again for loving us through this all.
Lots of Love-
Briana
We tried yummy food.
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| Breakfast at the base! |
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| Bananas, plantain and a mango! the bananas are so tiny! |
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| This is what they call "Casado" which is their typical meal here. This was by far my favorite food yet! It was served on a banana leaf and wooden tray! |
Relaxed. Took Axel to the Ocean for the first time!
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| playing in the sand of course. |
Went for a VERY long hike to see a beautiful waterfall. (Caleb carried Axel in his hiking back pack the whole way. it was about 8km of mountain terrain. probably one of the most difficult hikes i've ever done.
It was nice to have family here because it really helped me feel more at home. Adjusting to a new country without feeling like a total foreigner is not easy. Having them here helped me feel more comfortable with the fact that english is my first language and that even though I am not a Costa Rican this is my home. It was really a blessing to have them here.
These 2 weeks have brought on more lessons and challenges then I've had to face in last 6 months it seems. We had our challenges back home but this is a whole new world of things.
It kind of feels like I forgot what its like to have to live by faith.
I am thankful for the multiple people who have reached out to encourage me. For those who comment on my blog, message me personally or have encouraged us here at the base. It helps me remember that this is possible.
One thing that someone from the base here said to Caleb that really blessed me was..
"You do the possible and God will do the impossible."
We worked hard to get here. Our families worked hard to help as much as possible. Our churches prayed for us. We saved as much as we could. We streched our dollars as far they could go. We stuffed our suitcases beyond belief. We prayed And trusted God, trying to always focus on him.
And we are here.
I believe we've done our possible. Although I worry sometimes, I'm learning that its about trusting him more and worrying less. Believing that he really will do the impossible as we continue to do our possible.
Thanks again for loving us through this all.
Lots of Love-
Briana
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"I'm learning that its about trusting him more and worrying less."
ReplyDeleteThat is a wonderful thing to learn!
As always, you guys are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sending much love across the miles.
PS Those pictures are amazing, especially the first one.
ReplyDeleteHaha - I wanted to push a "like" button but couldn't find it. So I'll just tell you here. You're doing the right thing, you're going in the right direction, and you'll be glad you made the right decision. This is similar to the message I gave at church recently where it's not our faith that matters - it's God's faithfulness. As we learn more and more that He is faithful and that He will carry us through, that's all that matters. Of course, However, he stretches us in this all the time, doesn't he? :)
ReplyDeleteKeep the photos coming! Despite the beauty, you are making this pregnant lady DROOL! That's awesome that you guys had some family there to help with the transition-- you are doing such an awesome thing. Sometimes awesome things are not easy. There are some famous words I'd like you to keep in mind when things get tough... they go something like this, "Damn, it feels good to be a gangster." :P
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