- We successfully had our parents here for the holidays, and we are proud to say none of them got sick!
- We are starting a new year in Mali with a positive outlook, and researching what the heck we are going to do when we come back home. This is a scary thought.
- We have given up on our cat, he is undomesticated and we keep trying to domestic him, he is a lost cause as a house cat. We might try for cat #3, who knows.
- I just finished reading The Poisonwood Bible, a book about a missionary family in the Congo. This is by far the best book I have read in Mali. It is Historical Fiction, which I love. The author writes very descriptively and better than I could ever describe our time in Africa. I recommend it to everyone who wants to see or understand a little more of what we experience here or just cause.
- We found out my sister Aubrey and her husband Clint, will be having a little boy in May. We are excited for baby Wright #2, our first nephew.
- We are now planning a trip to South Africa, the next thing to look forward to. We will be meeting up with some friends from back home and are very excited. Joe informed me the other day that South Africa has over 100 McDonalds! That alone is worth the trip, who needs to see elephants and lions!
- I am applying to grad school and scholarships for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Education, I forgot how tedious this is.
- Joe is looking at jobs for when we get home, he has a different idea everyday of what he wants to do. That's why I love that boy!
- We started a map mural in our village school. We are in the process of painting it. I hope this will show the teachers at the school how beneficial visual aids in a classroom can be.
- We are caught up on all the new Office episodes. We are very proud of this.
- We are now on our 19th month in Mali. We still marvel at where we live and the experience we are having.
Thursday, January 14, 2010
New Happenings...
Just a short update on new happenings: (in no particular order)
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The Office smoffish. Check out "Chuck", I think you'll like it ; )
ReplyDeleteAshley, I tried to read Posionwood Bible and quit after 75-100pgs because I was really disgusted with how they portrayed Christians (the dad especially). Should I give it another chance? I respect your opinions on books so I will give it another try if you say its worth it.
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Hi Joe and Ashley,
ReplyDelete"WOW" that's a lot to start out the new year with. It's always good to stay busy and have a plan layed out, for your big arrival back to the states. There are many friends and family who can't wait to see you again. I can't wait until I can give lots of hugs. Ashley, I am so happy for your sister, on her second baby. "It's a boy" how cool !!!!!!
Your trip to South Africa sounds like it will be lots of fun. McDonalds is always the place to go. Your experience in Mali, will always leave you with many thoughts. Thanks for the update. Miss you both!!!
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As you start the 'new year', I'm anxious for your trip to S. Africa! It will be another wonderful experience and great notes for your memoirs:) Can't wait to hear about it when you get back. You truly are in the final months with much to look forward in 2010. Updates were fun to read...do you have a new kitty yet? All good thoughts for grad school & job search. The map mural coming to life must be fascinating for the children though a concept they've not had prior. Stay well and travel safe. Sending hugs, warmest wishes and love, Judy
ReplyDeletedo you guys have a cooler/lunch box to bring back some happy meals? i know you wouldn't go all the way to south africa and forget Jenny :) good luck with all ahead - looking forward to sharing in adventures with you down the road!
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