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TWO

October 1 is Chinese National Holiday!
I'm in shock. Complete awe and amazement at how incredible our God is. He's so faithful and his heart is mercy. It kills me every time I think about it.

This day. October 1, two years ago, I repeat, two years ago, I moved away from my friends and family in Chicago, Illinois to live in my new home, Shepherd's Field Children's Village. Pondering and remembering all that has happened in this China life of mine from the moment I knew this was my calling to this morning as I sat and wrote this post, I can't believe what an incredible journey it has been with many tremendous highs and some deep lows. Regardless of what situations have come my way, two things have remained constant: one. The Grace, Peace and guidance of the living God has been ever present in my life here. Two, my love for these children and this organization continues to be overpowering. If one thing is true, my passion for this place, these children and this country has only grown deeper.
blessed to work with these
awesome people!

I feel quite blessed to be able to work for an organization I can support and that can support me fully spiritually, emotionally and physically. There's nothing quite like it. I feel like a broken record sometimes when I say, "I'm so blessed...by this" or "this...has been a true blessing" but honestly I don't know what other verbiage to use because it's true. The definition according to Merriam- Webster of Blessing is: "approval that allows or helps you to do something; help and approval from God; something that helps you or brings happiness." And this place, this China life that I've been given is this definition in my life. SFCV has helped me to find who I am as a professional and has a child of Christ. It has been the tool that God has used to change my life, and last but certainly not least, it has brought me an immense amount of happiness and joy. This place is a Blessing!
Celebrating 2 years in China
 with the Brits and dumplings!

As I look back on all that God has done over the last two years, I can't help but eagerly anticipate all the wonderful things he's going to do in year three! Yep! You read that correctly, you all have the ChinaBird for at least one more year! After much prayer and consideration, I truly believe that this place, these children, and China is where I'm called to be for the time being, meaning the next year. God has faithfully lead me year by year, and I'm trusting that He will continue to do that in my future. As always, your prayers and support are welcomed and encouraged.

 Here's a short look at what year TWO has looked like (photos not in any specific order- I'm lazy sorry!). Can't wait to see what happens in year THREE!



















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