Monday, February 27, 2017
Today was the first day Rob and I went in service separate times by ourselves. He took the morning shift and went to a neighboring town by pick up truck and returned on a chicken bus. While Dad was in service, the kids and I went shopping by ourselves. Went OK but I still was overwelmed and Josh was to antsy to go my pace😮. It's hard understanding the labels. I needed more detergent for laundry and was trying to make sure I didn't by something that would bleach my clothes! We are having a hard time with the detergent smells, can't find perfume free. Lydia wants to walk, which is OK on a quiet street. Once we get where it is busy I put her in a sling, she fusses and makes shopping a bit more difficult. I wanted to go without Rob to see how I would do. If this is where we move I think shopping solo is going to be a must🙄 Funny thing was Rob went shopping after service on his way home, only thing we bought the same was tortilla chips! He made a great dinner: WHOLE chicken, his version of Spanish rice and some Chilean wine I found. I did the cart from 3 until 5 with a sister that has been here 4 years with her husband. She was very encouraging and is going to help me with a few things I would like to buy. She wanted to know how I was really doing....I told her I had a breakdown and she said totally normal, she still has them. The Watchtower for last Sunday really helped me, the scripture about leaving mothers, brothers, and LANDS, what? I don't ever remember it saying lands. That is what this congregation here is made up of... those that have left their lands.. but Jehovah blesses them and they are so happy and joyful. I think of leaving my friends and it makes me cry but you will all visit me right? But leaving my land? Why is that a sacrifice? Rob mentioned Aldis, I think of driving passed the lake, showing Josh what house he was born in, taking a mini vacation to Kopps to get custard, driving up to Door County to go camping, going out for breakfast, taking a bike ride, having a bonfire. Maybe it's not the the places but who we do these things with and why. OK OK I'm done being sappy. Breakdown over.
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You don't sound sappy. Considering this is the first time you have ventured beyond the borders you have always known, you are doing well. Adapting to a new place does not mean forgetting the people and places we left behind. You are getting a head start on leaving this system behind. I for one would love to visit if and when it is permanent. Venturing out on your own will go a long way in building confidence...soon you will have friends there that will be hard to leave behind as well. You guys are so brave and courageous just having tried this adventure....look how far you already have gotten..i will keep you in my prayers, love you guys, hang in there
ReplyDeleteGood morning Warner Family I agree with everything Robin said above and I will come visit you in 2018 once you are settled in. In 1990 I moved away and left the Sheboygan congregation and I was only 2 hours away and I was homesick for spiritual Sheboygan Family. I love you all and I miss you look forward to seeing you again in 3 weeks and our hugs will be tighter and more often.
ReplyDeleteThanks for your honesty in your posts. Your family is such an encouragement to the rest of us. In car group last week we were talking about how reading your blogs makes the rest of us want to do more. Sounds like the food situation is really hard. I know how I feel when I don't eat right. It affects your thinking and outlook. I'm praying for your family every day and sending positive thoughts your way.
ReplyDeleteBesides getting food, preparing it in a foreign kitchen is difficult...don't have all the tools, pans, knives, etc we have at home. And cleanup is a pain...the sink is stuck in a corner, all dishes after washing are first rinsed with tap water and then re-rinsed with boiled water...almost like washing twice. We are keeping most food in refrigerator as an ant deterrent, not much cupboard space anyway.
DeleteI have had some stomach issues, and at times just don't feel right...don't always know if it's exhaustion from service (a LOT of walking and climbing), dehydration, bad food, or lack of food.
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Or all of the above.
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You are in my daily prayers and your blog is the first thing I read in the morning. Be easy on yourself - so many changes, a stranger in a strange land - so many adjustments. By the way -- your chicken still had its feet....just saying. Lydia seems to be lovin' it the most -- but then, her role is easier - explore, play, love and be a kid. Keeping all ya'alls in my heart and prayers.
ReplyDeleteSomeone commented "Now you know where chicken fingers come from. "
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