Go Karts!

Last night the Coombs and Sharpes held a farewell party for Kurt and Kelli. We had fun eating snacks, telling stories and laughing. Then we loaded up in the cars and headed to the go kart track. Kurt stayed ahead of the pack most of the time, whipping around corners and having a blast!






Scott is quite a driver! He even passed Kurt on one corner! After a while, I had to look away! Last time we rode, everyone had helmets. But this time, they didn't have the helmets! Mother's worst nightmare!




One stipulation to us going was that I would drive this time. I puttered around the course a few times, but finally got the hang of it (still not near as fast as the kids!). Wheeeee!

Tomorrow morning we leave to go to Germany to take Kurt and Kelli to BFA. Thanks for your prayers!

Family

As we count down the days (16 now) until we leave to take Kurt and Kelli to BFA (boarding school in Germany), we are trying to make the most of every moment together. However, we're still busy with a volunteer team, Kurt made one last trip to see friends in Bulgaria, Kelli is busy sorting and packing everything in her room, and Scott is off each day to play with friends. My motherly instincts are kicking in - wanting everyone to just sit around me and be happy in the nest. But, this is the part of parenting that I wanted to avoid for a few more years. I have to let go. They are growing up, becoming more independent, and thriving in their walks with the Lord. God is answering our prayers that they would grow in wisdom and in stature, in favor with God and man. Both Kurt and Kelli are growing intellectually. Both are taller than I am! Both are growing in their walks with the Lord. Both are loved by all they meet. Karl and I couldn't be prouder. Thanks for your prayers for our kids. Living overseas has been a challenge, but it has blessed our kids in unimaginable ways. Praise the Lord!

Kurt -my handsome oldest son!

Kelli - my beautiful daughter!

Beginning of August

The four college students who were here all summer - Jacob, Damian, Shelly and Tori - left yesterday. It was an amazing summer! The students made many friends and had many opportunities to share their faith in the Lord. We are so thankful!

A new team arrived yesterday to help do servanthood projects this next week. They'll do lawnmowing, painting, log splitting, and more! We pray that the Lord uses them in mighty ways to bring people a step closer to Him.

Today Karl's parents are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary. Their anniversary was in June, but the party is today! It's hard to be so far away when the rest of the family and friends are gathered to celebrate. But, we rejoice in their loving commitment to each other.