Posts Tagged ‘Mikayla’

Her First Word

Tuesday, September 1st, 2009
img_1768Our little princess is growing so fast. Now weighing in at 22lbs, crawling all over the place, enjoying lots of yummy foods and pulling herself up, we never cease to be amazed at our precious bundle of smiles.
Last week, we were plesantly surprised to hear Kayla utter her first word. (more…)

Our Family is Growing!!!

Thursday, August 6th, 2009

Kakak (Detin) with the Kids

No, we are not expecting again, but we do have a new addition.

Let us introduce: Detin (or fondly called “Kakak” by Andrew meaning “older sibling”).

Originally from the Wana tribe, she was first exposed to missionaries when she was 12 years. Now 23, she has seriously been contemplating becoming a missionary herself and going through the missionary training here in Indonesia for nationals.
She moved from her tribal home to our home town 2 years ago and now into one of our spare bedrooms upstairs. She has worked in several occupations with missionary family’s throughout the years and since she needs a place to live for the time being as she waits on the Lord’s leading and confirmation, she helps around the house, helps Melissa learn more about Indonesian cooking and enjoys hanging out with our family. (more…)