Category Archives: Inspiration
We Must Stop Modern Day Slavery!!
I recently returned from a trip to Sierra Leone where, for the first time in my life, I came face to face with true poverty. My experience in Sierra Leone changed me forever; in ways that I may not fully know this side of eternity. One major way that my experience changed me was by teaching me that the tragedies happening around the globe that I read about in newspapers or see on television are happening to real people – just like me. To see their faces up close, to touch their hands and to be the beneficiary of their smiles was a humbling experience.
#29 in 100 Things to Be Thankful For
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#29: Vendors who not only provide a service but are a true extension of the team. Our team just received a beautiful holiday wreath made of real greenery which smells wonderful and looks fantastic. The beautiful gift was courtesy of our printer Accent Graphics. Over the years of working with them, Roy and his team have never failed to deliver what we needed, when we needed it, no matter how late we ask for it (I’m serious). Roy, thank you very much for the kind gift and for always going above and beyond for VWC. We love and appreciate you and your entire team tremendously.
#28 in 100 Things to Be Thankful For…
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#28: Yesterday we had the opportunity to celebrate our daughters’ 16th birthdays with our best friends, George & Debbie. Our daughters, Kelsey & Carrington, both turned 16 within two days of each other. I’m not only thankful for wonderful friends to celebrate such special occasions with, but also for the beautiful young ladies that Kelsey & Carrington are growing into. I just can’t thank God enough for these blessings in my life.
Journey to Sierra Leone: Day 4 – Part 2
After our interviews in the War Wounded Camp, I asked Joan if we had another interview set up and she gave me a look that perfectly reflected how I was feeling at the moment…. I just can’t handle any more right now. Agreed. There are hundreds upon hundreds of stories to be told in Grafton, but, at that moment, neither of us could bear to sit through another one. There’s something about seeing their faces, hearing the pain in their voices and the silent prayers you pray as you sit listening that simply wear you out.
Journey to Sierra Leone: Day 4 – Part 1
Tuesday morning dawned bright & beautiful with the generator serving as my alarm clock at 5:00 a.m. Devotions were good, again, as we sang my favorite worship song, Chris Tomlin’s God of This City. I just love the lyrics…
