Birth: Blood To Beauty
Several months ago, we listened to a message from Ezekiel 16. It is a passage of scripture that I had never heard before and…
Posts by: Sonja
Staying In Alexandria
While we were living in Khartoum, we met a family that many of you have heard us talk about because they are so great….
First Train Ride (and a Taxi Story)
When Jacob and Athanasius left in the middle of the night two weeks ago to fly back to the States, Nehemiah, Evangeline, Hadassah, and…
Holly Arrived!
Just a short note to let everyone know that Holly has arrived…YEAH! She’s already given me my first prenatal checkup. I’ll spare you all…
Ultra Competitive
I’ve been thinking for a long time of sharing about Nehemiah’s competitive nature. When we do school together, we spend some time doing grammar….
When Loving Is Not Easy
Last week I went out with the kids on a visit to the neighbors. Just so you get the full picture of what these…
Searching For An Ultrasound Machine
About three weeks ago, April 12th brought a huge answer to prayer for us, even though it was 120 and I woke up feeling…
Basita Gives Birth
Somehow, I don’t think “Pregnancy” and “122°F” were intended to be companions. Nevertheless, today was a wonderful day. Evangeline and I took a rickshaw…
Easter In the Desert
With Jacob still away in Hadjer Hadiid and Adre (he’s back now), the kids and I “went to the hills” for a time of…
Prenatal Appointment
Last Friday, I went with Yakhuta to the local Unicef clinic for a prenatal appointment. This was my first appointment after all the traveling…