I know it's been awhile since I lasted posted, and let me tell you, A LOT has happened. Hopefully, many of you were able to follow brief Facebook/Instagram updates about my adventures between now and then. Here comes the extended version for those interested in the full stories. This blog will be a conglomeration of … Continue reading Distance Makes the Heart Grow Fonder

Living in a fallen world, sometimes it can be hard to see the good. In my short time here, I have already learned so much about God, myself, and humanity. The mission field can be daunting because there is always something more to do, someone else to love, somewhere else to be. The work is 24/7. … Continue reading Notes of Encouragement

The post you've all been waiting for...a how to guide to communicate with me 🙂 I welcome any and all communication with all of you! Please be in touch. I love to hear and see updates of what's going on with y'all in the motherland. I do have a Ugandan telephone number, so if you … Continue reading Call Me, Maybe?

The journey was long, but we could not have asked for easier travel! The moment I walked through the international terminal gate in Chicago, I became the minority. I was grateful to find the my seat-mate on the plane was a fellow American, who understood the idea of personal space AND personal hygiene. While feeling … Continue reading Bananas is Back

January 5th. 7:40 pm. Chicago. I've been repeatedly saying that for quite some time now, and rumor has it, that's tomorrow... Can't believe the time has really come. Thanks to many helpers, my bags are (mostly) packed, with just a few pounds to spare to throw in a couple last minute cheeseburgers and pizzas on … Continue reading Peace and Love