Tonsils are comin' out!

I am scheduled to have my tonsils out March 20. I am very nervous, but happy to finally get it done. He said that I might need to get tested for specific allergies later on, if I continue to have problems.

I am probably not going to make it to Spring Sing April 7, but I reserve the right to change my mind!

I will have 6 weeks recovery time before my trip to Ghana. The doctor said that's plenty of time. So, everything is falling into place nicely.

Yay, it's Friday!

I'm glad this week is almost over. I've had a sore throat since last week. Not just a normal sore throat, but a swollen-not enough room in my throat-kinda sore throat. I went to the doc Monday and he agreed that it's time I see an ENT. I keep coming down with various sinus related illnesses. I've been convinced for a while now that I need to have my tonsils out. I'm sure my friends and family are tired of hearing about it. So I have an appointment on Feb 27. Hopefully, he will agree and I can schedule it during my Spring Break, which is the week of March 19, if it's not too late. At this writing, though, I am feeling much better.

Tomorrow we are off to Abilene to see my cousin, Jeremiah, perform as Host for ACU's Sing Song. We have heard how great he is doing, which I'm not surprised. He is very talented! We are excited to see the performance. I know at Harding it was always a huge deal to be selected as host/hostess for Spring Sing, not that I ever tried out. I'm not that talented. But Spring Sing meant so much to the students. It's exciting.

Oprah's show about the VOH

When I mentioned this story, I didn't know much about it. But Mike Cope has posted an update here and here.

Oprah's show about this airs THIS FRIDAY! People are also discussing it on her site message board.

Yes, Ghana again!

Wow, how exciting. I AM going to The Village of Hope again this year, the first two weeks of May. This time, Jeanette is going with me/us. I'm very excited to get to share this experience with a close friend.

Most of my immunizations are still good from last year and the plane ticket is cheaper this year.

Ghana... again?

Wow, I thought I had decided not to go to Ghana again this year. But low and behold I was up half the night last night thinking about it. Could God be telling me something? I'm actually nervous (and excited) about it again. You would think I wouldn't be since I already went, but I am. Will there be money for this? Will I have enough vacation time? Am I going for the right reasons? Will my physical aches and pains be too much to travel that far? Yes, I have lots of fears about this. Are these fears real or just satan trying to hold me back?

Bah, I hate it when I get bogged down with worry. Surely God will answer me soon? We have a meeting Sunday night. Surely I'll know by then if it's the right thing to do. Please pray for me.

I feel very drawn to those kids at The Village of Hope (see pictures). Seems like I should be there...

Cinnamon

A few posts back, I promised to post a photo of my new suv. Here is Cinnamon. I named her Cinnamon because my sister named her car Sugar. Hahahahah.

Reflections of 2006

I have had a very blessed year. I am so very thankful for everything.

1. Meaningful trips to NYC, OH, AR, Ghana-West Africa, and GA.
2. New, comfortable things such as apartment, job, and car.
3. New friendships/relationships.
4. Deeper commitment to my faith.

But I am filled with hope for the new year! I know God has a plan for me and I look forward to what He will reveal to me in 2007.

Happy New Year everyone! May you be filled with the same wonderful hope.

The VOH helps to rescue children from slavery

Here's another story about how The Village of Hope, in Ghana West Africa, is changing lives.

"I will give you a new name"

Many of you know that I went to The Village of Hope in Ghana, West Africa last summer. (See pictures at all 5 posts: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5)

Here's a story about one of the children that they took in. It's a great example of how the VOH is changing lives.

www.kristiscorner.com

My friend Kristi makes decorative hand painted signs for children's rooms. She makes a wide variety and is always adding to her designs for children. She is also working on some designs for teachers and for pets. I would appreciate you taking a look at her web site. You might find a good gift for a child, a teacher or a pet lover. www.kristiscorner.com

Thanks for looking!