Hellos and Goodbyes. We spent a incredible week with Cam's parents. The kids were so excited to share the little of Ireland that we have come to know including our exciting walks to school. The weather constantly keeps you guessing about what attire would be best. One afternoon we left with light jackets on and came home drenched head to toe! It was such a huge blessing for me to share these moments with my in-laws. Cam and I were hugely encouraged by his parents to keep on through the wonders of exploring a new culture even though at times we feel so tired and homesick. So, when last Friday came to say good-bye it was one of the roughest good-byes! It is hard to let someone go who brings such encouragment and security but I know God is growing us in huge ways through our letting gos. Cam is adjusting to his new job and finding some of the quirks in the school system here normal now. He wasn't so sure about it at first and was frustrated by the lack of structure. The kids love their school and teachers. Avery joined Rainbow girls which is like girl scouts at our local church here and is loving it. Ian is in a soccer club and plays once a week. Elise and I have checked out a few "mums and tots" groups. Elise loves to get out and enjoys "new" toys. They have toast and tea at the mom's groups and sing songs which are new to us but we are learning. I have met a few other moms and we have gone to a church close by and continue to meet new people whom we have found very friendly. We are headed to London this weekend for a reception at the US Embassy for the exchange teachers. I can't wait to post our adventures there.
How nice to have company in the midst of your new adventure. Nothing feels better then sharing your new treasures with friends and family.
ReplyDeleteNext spring I will be in Norway while you are in Ireland. Maybe we can holler to each other!!!??? Wouldn't that be fun.
I teared up reading about your in-laws leaving. How wonderful that they were able to come to see you so soon after you moved to Ireland. You are in my prayers and miss seeing you here. I know that your precious smile and that of your family are touching many lives. Glad you are at a church nearby, that you have a Mum's group and also the kids are involved....how is Gab doing? Tell him the marigolds are huge!!! We finally got sun and they are beautiful. Love to you all!
ReplyDeleteThanks Kim for your comments! I appreciate them so much. Gabe was wondering if you could send a picture of your marigolds. I think he misses them. :-) Gabe loves correcting me in my use of the "Irish" language. I constantly say "pants" when that means underwear here and he corrects me, "mom, it's trousers, not pants, you are going to embarrass me." So sorry! Oh the joys.
ReplyDeleteHave a blast in England! Missing you terribly today!
ReplyDeleteAhh..a visit from home. They must have been missing you too!
ReplyDeleteI was at Kim's last night for Amanda's M's shower. The marigolds are amazing!! They have long stems and stand tall. Sooo pretty!
I think you have a nurseryman in the making....!
Have a good week...take time for tea! You are in our prayers!
Oh how I long to hear your voice. I so love to read your postings. What an amazing adventure for your family. Glad, too, to hear of the adjustments that are taking place. I can just see God's Huge and Loving Hand upon you as I pray for you all. LOVE and HUGS on your day.
ReplyDeleteI am so glad to hear that you had a wonderful visit with Cam's parents. We are sad that we will not be able to make it over. If the 9 a.m had not been cancelled due to repairs we could have made a day of it. Off to Oxford on Sunday.
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