So here I sit. In Toronto. Our visit with the new nephew is coming to a close and I can't believe that we board the plane for Joburg in only 5 hours.
Its such a strange feeling; saying goodbye for a year. It's weird to think that the next time I see Kingsley he'll be walking; and Wyatt talking and running around; and Marina, well she'll probably be playing rock band all by herself. I know that in the grand scheme of things one year is not a long time, but part of me still feels like so much will happen while we are away. But away we go anyway....time for new adventures and experiences. Time to return "home" to Africa, to reunite with all those we left behind a year ago. Finally, with these thoughts, I am filled with the excitement and joy that has been absent during the busy times of moving and saying goodbye.
about us
- Tyler and Alicia Ralph
- Our lives were unmistakably changed the day we stepped on African soil. Almost immediately it became a place where we felt and still feel a deep sense of freedom, joy and belonging. It is a place we have eagerly committed our lives to because of the blessing we have been shown by the beautiful people who live throughout Southern Africa. It is a place where there are people we call family; people who embrace us with joy, acceptance and love but who also help us grow by holding us accountable for what we say and do. It is a place that we can comfortably call home and we are beyond excited to be returning to serve the men, woman and children who have impacted our lives so deeply.
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3 comments:
Prayed for you two this morning!! I am super excited for you. Try not to worry about missing those things in you nephews and nieces lives.(I felt the same way when I was in Korea) Just know that when they are older you'll be able to pull out your Africa pics and have wonderful stories to tell them. They love you and they know that you love them. You'll be in each other's lives for the rest of your lives. :)
May your expectant hearts be filled with hope and joy as you two return "home".
Hope the flight goes fast!!
Lots of love :)
The Lord bless you and keep you;
The Lord make His face shine upon you and be gracious to you;
The Lord turn His face toward you and give you peace. Numbers 6:24-26
much love and many prayers,
Mom & Dad
So exciting!!!
I love you much and will be praying for both of you and all you meet! God goes before you and already knows your paths. Enjoy this, know His great love for you. We will be right here with open arms one year from now. Hugs (big ones) Sara
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