Category Archives: Cameroon

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One book at a time

I recently heard of a man in the Far North of Cameroon who was falsely accused and imprisoned for something that he did not do, and once he was released instead of holding a grudge or being angry with this … Continue reading

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Water puts out electrical fire

Several days ago the electric meter reader technician came around to read the meter; he was scared of our dog as usual, good dog. So, I (David) held him back so the meter man would feel comfortable coming in. I … Continue reading

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40 Day Fast

First of all, I want to thank you for reading our blog and partnering with us! I (DeAnna) will be observing a 40 day fast from writing blog posts and logging into social media. I need to take this time … Continue reading

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Shoe Repair

I know I’ve shared a lot about my gratitude of my childhood. One of the reasons I do is because I think my childhood was unique to those who grow up in rural, small town, farming America. I meet many … Continue reading

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Inconveniences

I’ve enjoyed the devotions written by Sue Eenigenburg. She has served many years serving in places around the world outside of her passport country and writes books for women who serve in places around the world outside their passport countries … Continue reading

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Air Travel

When we arrived in Cameroon in 2010, I was taken off guard when the airplane erupted in applause when we landed.  I asked others about it and was told it’s how the passengers compliment the pilots and crew for a … Continue reading

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Discouragement

Discouragement stinks! I think my discouragement is born from my selfishness and my sinful thoughts that I deserve something. I’m a planner, I used to think that my ability to plan things and execute those things were gifts from God, … Continue reading

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Countdown

I saved some M&M’s so the boys could have a countdown til departure starting at 100 days.  Each day they each get to eat one M&M from the container.  I also marked on the calendar in increments of 10, counting … Continue reading

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Clothing Battle

I’ve never had so many clothing issues before.  The environment is so hard on our clothing.  I guess it makes packing lighter.  I’m still having problems with undergarments being chewed on by ants. I discovered in the past that if … Continue reading

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Barefoot

Soon after we arrived to Cameroon in 2010, Jonah didn’t want to keep shoes on his feet. I noticed that the majority of the MK’s (Missionary Kids) were running around barefoot. Jonah liked this idea. I also noticed that MK’s … Continue reading

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