Monthly Archives: February 2011

Transformation

Posted on February 23, 2011 by

Where have you been and what have you done that has changed your life … forever?  Share your story here. Comments

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Spirit of Uganda

Posted on February 19, 2011 by

What’s right for Uganda at this point in time? I certainly don’t have that answer; I can only pray for the right outcome. What I do know about Uganda is that it’s people exhibit a spirit of hope, joy and faith. These are spiritual … Continue reading →

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Protect the Pearl of Africa, Uganda

Posted on February 18, 2011 by

I woke up with a spinning head. Anxiety for a peaceful election process loomed. Just yesterday I read another glowing article about a sojourner to Uganda. Randy Shepherd, co-founder of Crossfire ministries, said after his return from Uganda, “It was probably the most … Continue reading →

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Open Heart, Open Mind, Open Future

Posted on February 16, 2011 by

These are my recurring words when asked, “What do you recommend to people who are looking to serve abroad?” I had a wonderful opportunity to talk with Missy Gluckmann of Melibee Global Consulting. She has blogged about the interview on … Continue reading →

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Authentic Friendship

Posted on February 14, 2011 by

I remember the first time she brought me pink peonies for my birthday. I was turning 35. Then when I left South Africa two years later, we said “We’ll meet again…let’s shoot for 5 years”. It’s been nearly 9 years … Continue reading →

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The Patience and Wisdom of Job

Posted on February 11, 2011 by

I had disappointing news yesterday – not devastating, just a personal downer; a squashed opportunity; another chance to dust off my boots and get back on the saddle. Then I glance over at my beautiful coffee table book, Village Wisdom, … Continue reading →

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Preparing Students through Writing and Cultural Exchange

Posted on February 6, 2011 by

See Vicki Moreland’s article (link below) in the Charlotte Observer, which details a grant -funded program called Learning by Design. I was honored to have the opportunity to share the basics of my cross-cultural writing exchange project, the Story Portrait Project … Continue reading →

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