Author Archives: David

Getaway

David took the week off and we got away as a family.  This is our first “vacation” in a few years.  It was wonderful to just go somewhere as a family.  We went to Kribi, about four hours from Yaoundé … Continue reading

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Busy House

We have friends who are serving in the Philippines and recently I read one of her blogs about all the visitors who come to her door in a day.  I would like to share how busy our door can be.  … Continue reading

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Rug

School was officially over June 3rd and I started homeschooling with the boys on June 6th.  I wanted to focus on things they wouldn’t learn here, for example: Pledge of Allegiance, Symbols of the USA, etc…  After homeschooling time the … Continue reading

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Dentist

We decided it was time to visit the dentist for a cleaning.  Last year, we visited a dentist in France who examined our teeth and took x-ray’s, but he refused to clean our teeth, so this year we decided to … Continue reading

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Superheroes

I’m only human and there are times when I think about all the things we sold and how nice it would be to have this or that.  There are times when the boys reminisce about toys that they don’t have … Continue reading

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Banner

I’ve read many books before leaving in the States and after arriving in Cameroon about cultural adjustment, raising children in a different culture, stresses from living abroad, etc…  Something I thought I was providing in the way of lasting memories … Continue reading

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Blue Tape

We have received the same question many times over the past 4 years: Why does Jonah wear blue tape on his forehead?  Jonah was born with an eye condition that required patching and eventually surgery.  At six months old he … Continue reading

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The Remaining Need

Coupled with Nigeria, francophone Africa makes up one of the three areas of greatest Bible translation need in the world today. In francophone Africa alone, there are approximately 380 remaining translation needs. Pray for wisdom for translation personnel and administrators … Continue reading

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Kitchen Aid

On Christmas 2005, I received a Kitchen Aid Mixer from my father-in-law.  As many of you know, I love to cook, so this gift was perfect for me.  I used the mixer almost daily to make doughs, batters, and even … Continue reading

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Tax Fun

My new position requires more interaction with various offices including those who have the privilege of collecting taxes on contracts. I went to the office to introduce myself to the chief of the department and see how the process of … Continue reading

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