Pause

I pressed pause on my blog after my last post in April. The situation that took place with potential teammates was the final straw in a long list of "things gone wrong" and it snuffed out my will to write. I started this blog in a beautiful season of renewed hope. Since then, my life was turned upside down (in many, MANY good way). But it's also required a lot of adjustments to make sure my sweet miracles babies, preteen, and our marriage thrives in this season. I spent this year learning what it means to flourish forward, and empower my family to do likewise.

When we celebrated Emelyn's second birthday, it felt like things shifted again. Not only have we jumped into full-blown toddler mode, but we are looking ahead to a year of transitions filled with LOTS of unique joys and challenges. We will be wrapping up life in Hatyai and looking ahead to a year in Oregon. This will be a huge deal for our family, especially the littles who know nothing else but life in Thailand. And I want to document this crazy, strange, and weirdly beautiful expat life we live.

As I emerge from radio silence, I plan to write a collection of reflections entitled Expat Eyes. When I looked for a special way to share about this season of our lives, there really was no format or photo challenge to document such a journey. I suppose there wouldn't be because every expat's life is vastly different, depending on both the context which they live and their country of origin. For now I don't have catchy phrases or weekly goals, but it's time to write. It's time to wade into the deep end, take risks, and tell the story. Our story. So hold tight as I learn and discover my new writing niche.

Lord Jesus, 2022 was a lot. I have felt overwhelmed and lost in a sea of uncertainty and disappointment. But You are faithful. You are good. Your light pierces the darkness and darkness did not overcome it. Thank you that even in the most challenging times, I can fully trust You to meet every need and fill every void. Give me the words to share and encourage others in similar seasons. In Jesus' name, Amen.