When I was introduced to *Sarah, a newcomer to Canada, and her son, Austin*, at the drop-in playgroup the other day, I’m ashamed to admit that I judged her a little bit. Her son seemed a little bit out of control (or just hangry). And Sarah was tired and appeared apathetic. She was due with … Continue reading When You’re a Struggling Overseas Worker
S.E. Asia
Transition Discomfort
Several weeks ago, I decided I would move away from hosting my blog on WordPress. I had researched several other options and decided on a host with a good reputation. The reviews I had read made it seem like the transition would be easy peasy lemon squeezy, like the saying my five-year-old has recently picked … Continue reading Transition Discomfort
When You’re Homesick for a Place or People who are No Longer There
I've been reading my way through the “Anne of Green Gables” books and earlier this week I came across a great quote from L.M. Montgomery in “Anne of the Island.” It was the scene when Anne and one her good friends and roommate from the past three years, Phil, were taking one last walk through their … Continue reading When You’re Homesick for a Place or People who are No Longer There
The Perspective of Returning Home
I recently looked back at some of my early blog posts, dating back a little over thirteen years ago. I was in the middle of preparing to go to the mission field and, as I read, I was reminded of the many ways that the Lord prepared the way for me. I was single, young, … Continue reading The Perspective of Returning Home
Keeping Your Eyes Open
Ever since that snake incident many years ago, when I was out for a walk outside of my village in Mae Hong Son, I've tried to be very aware of my surroundings. As a deep thinker, I easily get absorbed in my thoughts and I'm not as aware of what's around me as I should … Continue reading Keeping Your Eyes Open
Beth Donchai 
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