Yesterday, we talked broadly about caring for the heart of your TCK. If you missed it, you can find it here. Today, we’re looking at the unique subset of TCKs known as Missionary Kids. I thought I was done with youth ministry. I thought I’d move to Cambodia, be a “real missionary” (whatever that is) … Continue reading 3 Ways to Care for the Heart of Your Missionary Kid
This month I’m writing in the air while I fly away from my island home. My feet will touch the ground in five cities today before I arrive at my final destination. Leaving the kids and the work behind, of course my mind is filled with all sorts of ‘A Life Overseas’ things, but I … Continue reading A Cautionary Tale: Expats & Expets (What not to do)
The call from the American University in Cairo came on a Sunday morning, a business day in the Middle East. I had worked the night shift as a nurse and arrived home in time to eat breakfast and hug my husband and three children, sending them on their way to church while I got much … Continue reading You Take Yourself With You (And Other Important Things About Living Overseas)
Last week my husband changed the oil on our car. Then he helped our seven-year old daughter sew a dress because I am worthless with anything remotely craft related. Then the two of them went outside and shot water bottles with a BB gun. This is one seriously rockin’ dad. Over the years I have met other … Continue reading Fourteen Things Expat Dads Want To Tell Expat Dads
One of the biggest challenges of living and working in South Africa is the constant awareness of crime. Near the top of the list in violent crimes such as murder and rape, South Africa poses a bit a of a safety threat. Poverty drives muggings and home robberies. Very few nights pass when I do … Continue reading Living Around Danger