3 years in Deutschland

Yesterday marked 3 years for us living in Deutschland. I cannot believe it has already been three years. When I stop and think about it, I still remember the first day that we arrived. We had sold almost everything, packed all that we had in luggage bags, Rebecca was 4 months pregnant, we were dressed for weather in So Cal, and we were completely open for what the Lord would do in our lives in Germany. I even remember how Rebecca only had sandals and we had to wait a few days until the mission team from CC Chino Hills would be arriving in Düsseldorf, so that we could pick up the rest of our luggage that they brought for us. She was so thankful to get some shoes on so that her feet wouldn't be so cold! Oh the memories!

Now it is 3 years later. Katie is speaking alot of German and is in Grundschule (Elementary School). Aliyah is also speaking more and more German and is growing up so fast. Noah is now 2 1/2, and many of his first words are in German. Rebecca and I have changed many things in our lives, meaning, the way we live our lives. We will always be Americans, but we have really been influenced by the culture here. Although so many things are different between the two cultures, so many things are good and have been very helpful. Rebecca and I too are speaking the language, although we know we still have a lot to learn.

The church here in Herborn has been a complete blessing to us, more than we could even imagine! We are so thankful for each of them. I remember our first Sunday at the church. We didn't know anyone, the worship was in a foreign language, and everything was different. Now it is like home here. We are able to fully engage into the worship, communicate with the people, and so much more.

The Lord has done so much in our lives these past three years! I am so thankful for His grace, mercy, patience, faithfulness, goodness, love, etc.

We are completely humbled that the Lord has allowed us to be a part of His work in Europe!

Thank You JESUS!