Progress

As you can see much progress has been made on the retaining wall these last few weeks. We are very pleased with the local crew who have done such a wonderful job. Many of you have already emailed us and let us know offerings have been sent to pay for this retaining wall. If you would like to contribute to offset the cost please make out and send contributions to:
Assemblies of God World Missions 1445 N Boonville Ave Springfield, MO 65802. In the memo line put project #8768.

What's in a Name

Sophia and friend Merlene.
Many of the conveniences we have in the States are simply not available here in Jamaica. We live in a very rural community and Cable TV is not an option. But when I found out that high speed internet was available I jumped at the opportunity. Now among other things my family and I could listen to our home town Christian radio station in Fort Wayne, IN- Star88.3.
Today, while we were listening it was time for the Family Name Game. That's when a name is highlighted and if your child has the same name you have a chance to call in and win. Well, when the name Sophia was called out today my oldest daughter Olivia excitedly handed me the phone and told me to call. I thought there was no way I would win. But surprise, surprise I did! How fun it was to talk with Melissa Montana, general manager of Star88.3 and speak about my youngest daughter Sophia!
Thank you Star88.3 for making our day.

Never Smile At A Crocodile

Wesley offers his hand in friendship to a local resident.
We recently took a safari up Jamaica's longest river, the Black River. So named because of the darkness of the river bed that has been lined with thick layers of decomposing vegetation.
Our family was greeted by more than a few "friendly Jamaican" crocs on our ride. The tour guide coaxed them with chicken parts and a whistle call that mimiced a local bird. Margaret, the crocodile shown here, was found sunning herself on the bank; her mouth wide open not to catch prey but to cool herself as crocs don't have sweat glands. Although we were invited to swim with the crocodiles (seriously) no one was feeling quite that adventurous that day.