Practicing English

this is just one of the highlights of the trip. we were able to observe a Grade R (Kindergarten) class learning and practicing their English. the native language of this province is Xhosa, a language famously containing 15 click sounds. such a unique and beautiful language. English is introduced mainly in school only and is… Continue reading Practicing English

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Hello friends. I am officially home from South Africa. Presently, I am just trying to stay awake to more easily adjust and avoid jet-lag. In case you missed it — check out the 3 entries I was able to make from South Africa on our team’s blog. (chooselife08.wordpress.com) I will be writing about the trip,… Continue reading Home!

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Guest Blog: Rich Kirkpatrick

Rich Kirkpatrick can be found messing around at http://www.richkirkpatrick.com. ====================================== The Words of a Father Must be Spoken…especially to daughters My daughter: “Dad, high school is just so hard…” She says this with tears welling up. Me: “God has made you for something special. Unfortunately, special is not going to mean easy.” My daughter: She… Continue reading Guest Blog: Rich Kirkpatrick

Guest Blog: Krissie Allen

Krissie Allen can be found messing around at http://www.kraedesign.com/blog. ====================================== Thirty, Flirty and Thriving I have been in 9 weddings that I can remember (27 dresses here I come), I was a bridesmaid in 3, I sang in 3, and I read scripture in 3. In two of those weddings I was asked to read… Continue reading Guest Blog: Krissie Allen