Family Update

Today some of our friends threw us a farewell party. Everyone brought delicious food and one of Cathalain’s friends brought her balloon art kit. Her balloon art skills are incredible and Tobin especially had a blast. He had tons to … Continued

Happy Thanksgiving. We’re thankful for you!

Baseball is one of the most popular sports in Japan. Recently a friend gave us her Uncle’s seasons tickets to a Nagoya Chunichi Dragons game. The team plays in the Nagoya Dome which is fully air conditioned. Since we went … Continued

In July we were blessed with a visit from Cathalain’s parents for two weeks. This enabled Cathalain and I to take a mini three day vacation to Lake Biwa, the largest lake in Japan. We had a great time relaxing, … Continued

Christ Has Risen! He Has Risen Indeed!  Happy Easter or イースターおめでとうございます!

Today I was able to go with two language school friends and venture to the new Costco in Kyoto. For us Costco is a 2.5 hour+ drive with very expensive tolls, around $100 round trip. (My friends and I also … Continued

This week we finished our 4th quarter in language school!! At the end of every quarter the class goes out to eat together. This time our classes went to Okinomiyaki. There really is no food in America to compare it … Continued

On the mission field it is important to celebrate the smallest of victories. Sometimes these victories can be practical daily living matters like ordering at the drive thru for the first time. In our case this month we both passed … Continued

We were really blessed by a trip from Michael this past week.  Michael and Michael, they share a first name, were roommates in Chiba as MTW interns.  Michael S. married a Japanese gal and the family tries to visit Japan … Continued

Happy Thanksgiving from our family to yours! We have many things to praise and thank the Lord for as we reflect upon this last year. We are especially thankful this year for the many family and friends who partner with … Continued