A Layne Post
Work, work, work… there is A LOT of work.
We are so thrilled to have our very own home; many times I even find it hard to believe. The Lord has blessed us immensely with the opportunity to rent this particular home. As we have seen other places for the same price monthly, this can only be from Him. How good is our God?
Our new home is quite old and quite dirty; however, we can see the potential and are ready to put in the work. Fixing it up will take some money, but we will just pace ourselves as it is available. We head to South Africa on Tuesday to reset our visas and to purchase some things, as things are cheaper across the border.
Later this week we hope to have a “Festa de Tinta” (Paint Party), as friends help us tackle the walls.
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- And the seagulls…
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- Sidewalk
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- Downtown from a distance
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- Our beautiful city
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- This stuff stinks
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- Tools rock
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- I’m kinda cute…
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- Got the mouse!
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- Are we done yet?
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- Thanks Mom for the gloves!
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- Scrubby Dubby
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- Big black gate
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- Our little yard
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- Bedroom w/cute bedspread (Thx Mom!)
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- Balcony w/potential
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- One guest room…wanna come stay?
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- Bathroom
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- Computer room/office
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- Cute built in pantry
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- Kitchen in use
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- White kitchen… not for long!
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- Dining room
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- Pretty stairs and cool nook
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- Living room
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- Welcome in!
In other news, we have been to the hospital once and will return tomorrow. Our senses were overwhelmed with familiar sights and smells, and our hearts were filled with compassion and love all over again. Seeing Sandra from afar, hearing her shout, and feeling her arms around my neck… it is good to be back. We would like to get on a Monday, Wednesday, Friday schedule soon.
The World Cup begins July 11th, and we will begin showing the games, teamed with local churches, as an opportunity for evangelism. It will be a busy month, but one we are looking forward to.
Thanks for the “tour” of your new place! How exciting for the two of you to be settling down. Although it’s hard work, it’s always nice to see the end result. You’ll feel accomplished!
Great little tour of your home! I know you’re excited to make it your own!!! Can’t wait to see the “after” shots with the colors!!! :)
Hey — it looks a lot better in these pics than it did on skype. SO MANY ROOMS! SO MANY SOFAS!!
It is great seeing you two hard at work making the place your own. Looking forward to the color schemes :-D
Whoohhooo! We need to visit!
Jon…tonight at church, a friend was telling me about this amazing couple who met in Botswana, got married and are committed to missionary work in Africa. I said…”Jon and Layne?” He said…”yes…how did you know?” He somehow stumbled upon your blog and was inspired by your stories. Little did he know about our connection…
Thanks for sharing your lives with us!
Scott
Now at first I thought the house looked terrible, from your stories, but this is great. I can’t wait to see the house after you finished with it. You’ll have to repost the same pictures, just afterwards. Hope the Vuvuzela will come in handy at the soccer. Enjoy and God bless.
WOW!!! and i pray over yall during the cup. may you have energy and good conversation during the broadcasting opportunities.
how exciting!!! I can’t wait to see how the work progresses. I can imagine how excited old friends were to see you at the hospital. I can picture Sandra calling out your name! I can picture her excitement because I know I would be glad to see you walk in the door!