Author Archives: David

Trip

Posted on April 14, 2014 by David

We traveled out of Yaoundé on April 3rd and 4th.  I (DeAnna) felt it necessary to see a US doctor who practices in Buea, Cameroon.  Buea is on the coastline beyond Douala, about 5 1/2 hours drive from Yaoundé. It … Continue reading →

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Flashback Friday

Posted on April 11, 2014 by David

I (DeAnna) had the privilege to keep our two oldest nephews during the day when they were young, starting when Joshua was a newborn.  At first I was a bit lost being a mom for the first time with my … Continue reading →

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Heart Break

Posted on April 9, 2014 by David

There are many things that are shared with us that break our hearts. Sophie took a week to go to her village to plant crops in her field. While there her niece who lives in the village went into labor. … Continue reading →

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To Laugh or Cry

Posted on April 7, 2014 by David

There are many things we face on a regular basis where we have the decision in the situation if we will laugh or cry. Sometimes I (DeAnna) need the release of crying, but 99% of the time I choose to … Continue reading →

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Royals Flashback Friday

Posted on April 4, 2014 by David

I grew up with the Royals.  My Mom is a big fan and would listen to the games on the radio.  She also jumped at any chance to go to the stadium to watch a game.  I remember her playing … Continue reading →

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Jonah is 9!

Posted on April 2, 2014 by David

How is that possible that Jonah is 9!  It’s so hard to believe he’s another year older. It’s hard for me to believe my baby is half way to adulthood (age wise). There’s never a dull moment with Jonah.  He … Continue reading →

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Shipment Smell

Posted on March 31, 2014 by David

There is a buzz in the air a month or so before a shipment arrives.  It’s a bit of a roller coaster ride.  One person says it should arrive on such and such date, but it doesn’t.  Poor David gets … Continue reading →

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Flashback Friday

Posted on March 28, 2014 by David

Both of these pictures were taken in 2009 in Waxhaw, NC, while we were attending a training course preparing us for overseas service.

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Materials

Posted on March 26, 2014 by David

Those who know me (DeAnna), know I like to read.  My reading is usually in spurts – I get on reading rampages and then fizzle out for a few months and go again. I also enjoy reading/flipping through magazines and … Continue reading →

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It’s raining…..

Posted on March 24, 2014 by David

I need to preface this post.  About three months ago Jonah was running down to the gate with David’s keys in hand, pumping his arms and oops the keys slipped from his hand and into the big bushes that line … Continue reading →

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