Running the Race...

 

We're continuing to walk (& sometimes run) this road with joy here in Thailand! We are extremely aware of the Lord's goodness and faithfulness through all of you who pray and support our family & ministry in so many ways -- Thank you! Kelsey & Matthew are doing very well at school, in soccer & music. They are such a joy and we are full of gratitude for all we are learning through this journey together! Thank you for sharing in our lives...

WELL WORTH THE SUNBURN!

Hi -- We've just returned from a short staff retreat not too far from here... It's amazing what adventures are just a short ride away. It was fun to "play", kayak, laugh, swim and face any fear of heights from the high diving platforms... :-) FUN!

Home Sweet Home; Baan Sweet Baan

(Here's Matthew-8th grade & Kelsey-6th grade on their first day back to school -- Smiling!)

Hello again! Yes, it's been awhile... I can't say updating the blog made it to the top of the list over the last several weeks, although I was hoping to get to it -- Sorry about that! :-) So much has happened, many miles covered, several changes, and prayers have been answered!

We have just celebrated our one year anniversary in Thailand! Wow, what a year of adventure... God's faithfulness and steadiness has been our Rock and no matter where we laid our head, HE was our dwelling place...

The summer weeks flew being "home sweet home"... We spent several days with parents, family and friends. We also had multiple doctors visits and some ministry meetings too. We covered 5 states during our visit and connected with all people possible, and soon found out that although we would have loved to see "everyone"...that was impossible. Maybe next summer! :-) (Or better yet -- come to Thailand!)

So now we are "baan sweet baan" in Thailand. We landed here and within 3 days we were packing up house and moving into another rental in a different neighborhood. It was quite the whirlwind, but we are almost settled now, and happy to be closer to the kids' school, friends and activities.

This second year will be filled with more ministry opportunities, continued language studies, more involvement in the kids' school and whatever else He puts in our path...

Speaking of... the most exciting recent news is that one of those precious friends that the Lord has put in our path has just recently come to know Christ! We are thrilled! Our house helper and Thai friend is now a believer, attending church and Bible Study and wants to be baptized soon. We watched her journey of seeking and new faith over the past year and are so thankful to experience this direct answer to prayer.

Also, another answer to prayer is our kids' excitement to return to Thailand and their positive attitudes, and joy going into another school year at their international school. THANK YOU FOR ALL YOUR PRAYERS!

We can keep you updated with more detail if you'd like with our e-prayerletter. If you would like to be on that list, just email me at westtalk@juno.com.

I'll try to remember to update the blog more regularly! Thanks for checking in --

Lori & family

PACKING FOR OUR VISIT STATESIDE!

Hi All -- We are almost at a year since we left Charlotte, NC to Thailand... Wow, can't believe how much time has passed. What an incredible "ride" it has been so far... Ups, downs and in-betweens, but ALWAYS God's faithfulness, grace and blessings... We are so thankful!

We are heading to the States (coast to coast) visiting family, friends, along with ministry meetings, doctor's appointments, etc... We are looking forward to this special time before heading back here to Thailand in late July.

"Thank you" is not adequate for your faithful prayers and gifts you've poured out on our behalf. We are so grateful for you and how the Lord is working here in Asia. What a privilege to join Him...

Well, I'll post again at some point, but wanted to check in to say "hi" and thank you for your encouragement, support and prayers this past year.

If you are not getting our newsletter updates via email, and would like them, please just drop a quick email to westtalk@juno.com. Thank you!

Love, the Wests

Happy Birthday Graham!

 

Thank you Graham for giving us a life that models saying "no" to fear and "yes" to God... Our lives are rich and blessed and so full of adventure, laughter, growth and faith because of you. We love you!

Have a blessed Easter! Love, the Wests

 

Fun Family Time at the Beach!

We are back from the beach and had a wonderful time during our "spring break"... It was a much anticipated break after 9 months of being here and some busy months of school & more... How thankful we are for this special time away. We were awed once again in the Lord's creation, His blessing, protection, goodness & grace. The heavens and earth clearly declare His glory! Thank you for your continued prayers for the work here and language study. All is going very well! Our thoughts are with you during the celebration of Resurrection Sunday! He's Alive forevermore!!!