Thursday, February 23, 2006

Lo siento! I am so sorry for not posting sooner...however, I have finally posted pictures!!! I am now in San Jose with Wayne and Kathi Seller. I will be staying with them in their home and they have been so welcoming and kind. This week, a work group from Roseburg and Cottage Grove Oregon are working on building a retreat center for the National church. They are a fun group from 16 to 76! I have been working in the kitchen and am loving it for two reasons! First, the ladies in the kitchen have been most gracious with my Spanish and I've been continuing to practice and learn with Virginia (pronounced Beer-hin-ia) and others! Second, I am trying to learn how to make the cuisine I have been enjoying! I plan on being here for most of the remainder of my time with possible days at the beach with the group and with Eloisa. I know I have to go back to the beach before I return home! The Lord continues to bless my days and time here, especially those times of reflection. I have been flipping through a great book Kathi gave me after chatting over dinner. I wish I would have read it my senior year of high school, "Decision Making and the Will of God!" It is good and insightful for this time of my life. Liberating. This adventure has had so many folds and turns and pieces to it that it seems I have been away for longer than a month. Thanks, so very much, for following me and keeping me in your prayers! I'll post again soon!:)

6 comments:

David & Nikki said...

Dear Steph,
THANK YOU SOOO much for "blogging"! I just love hearing about your adventure but I also WORRY about you! So, it eases my mind to know you are well & safe! You look fantastic! What beautiful pictures! It is GREAT to see your beautiful face! Keep the pictures coming!! I love you & you are in my prayers. XOXO, NTT

Anonymous said...

Hey you!
My Proffessor wrote that book- Garry Friesen. Ill have to introduce you two sometime! Wow It looks gorgeous in CR I am glad that things are going well for you! I have been praying so much for your trip and experience there and am so glad to here all is well. God Bless and keep on keepin on! Luv ya!
Carly

Anonymous said...

Steph,

Can I say that your picture of the sunrise is absolutely amazing. You rarely get to see those. Your trip seems like it's turning out to be fantastic. I can't wait until you get home, so that I can hear all your stories, and see your beautiful pictures. You are in my thoughts and prayers daily. Love ya!

Beth Bradford

Anonymous said...

Steph~
By reading your words I can really see that God is revealing Himself to you! You look beautiful and relaxed! I am happy for happy for you and can't wait to see you. Hugs and Kisses
Billina

Anonymous said...

Hey Steph, I love the sunrise picture. What a great one to frame and keep close to your heart what a great God we have to give you a wonderful sight to see in the am. I hope you are doing well and staying safe. Love and prayers Miranda

Anonymous said...

Hi Stephanie!

It sounds like you are having an amazing time in Costa Rica! I love your pictures and love hearing about your trip. You look great, relaxed and refreshed! I can't wait to see you and catch up! I am praying for you and thinking of you!

Love you girl! Shauna