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Comment on Stories & Evals from Belize by Trisha

Trisha — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 05:21:48 +0000

I can understand how you feel- it can be dangerous to measure ourselves against others- but, if you hadn’t been there, at that God-appointed time, part of that divinely ordained design, in that very country, in that very village, with those very children…those lives would not have been uniquely touched like you touched them; those children would not have been uniquely loved like you loved them; Arlette would not have been uniquely taught as you taught her. There is the actual touch, and then there is the ripple that will radiate. It is possible that your influence, by the grace of God, may change one child… one family, one generation, one teacher, one village, one country…at a time. Well done, good and faithful servant!

Comment on Stories & Evals from Belize by Mia

Mia — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 03:37:25 +0000

All I can say is WOW.

Comment on This is long. Settle in. by Pam

Pam — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 06:37:18 +0000

Brooke:
Again, I am amazed how God’s work will get done, no matter if we decide to be a part of His plan or not; no matter “who,” He will find someone and some way to get it done. I am currently doing the Beth Moore Bible Study of the Book of Esther, “It’s Tough To Be A Woman.” Two things jumped out at me while reading your Oct. 5 post: (1) Who knows? and (2) You may be right where you are “for such a time as this.”

In the Bible study, she refers to “Who knows?” Repeating, who knew? who knew? who knew? Who does know?

Also, to realize that you may be right where God wants you to be, “for such a time as this.” We are only asked to plant a seed. We may never see the plant bloom. Be assured that none of your labor in Belize will be in vain. You are precious, and your life shines His light through your work. Keep your eyes open to the marvelous glories the SON will lead you to find on this journey.

In His Love,
Pam

Comment on Fresh by Bethany

Bethany — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 23:35:48 +0000

that one made me laugh out loud. stupid lime tree.

Comment on Brooke? You look like a begger. by Elaine

Elaine — Sun, 13 Sep 2009 21:26:48 +0000

what have you been up to the last few days? it’s the weekend, so, i can only imagine.

Comment on Brooke? You look like a begger. by Lainey

Lainey — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 10:18:07 +0000

Aw, they’re already making fun of you! It’s just the thing to make you feel like you’re at home and part of the bunch. Nuthin’ like a good jab to make you feel all warm and cozy.

And nothing like running after the bus, too. That was totally me in Schwalheim. I’d think I was all early and walk outside just to see the bus zooming by, the busdriver smugly laughing AT me, and all the neighborhood geriatrics staring. I guess that will be me in a few weeks again when we move to Mainz.

I’m so glad you’re finding opportunity and excitement with your work. I can’t even imagine teaching girls they have rights. It seems like it would feel like you’re re-inventing the wheel. Thanks for sharing all this with us. Your travels make me a more well rounded person.

We got in country 6 hours ago, and we drive straight to Wiesbaden. We met with the housing, and now Doug is sitting in our housing briefing. I totally ditched. I’m that kind of wife. I have to draw the line somewhere, Army. So, I’m using the internet in the USO and they have about a billion cool trips listed in here. I wish you were coming back over here after Belize sometime.

I liked your bed all decorated : )

Comment on Brooke? You look like a begger. by Mom

Mom — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 18:56:53 +0000

I love it when you are on a mission…your thoughts, your experiences, your perspective…I guess I find myself living vicariously through you. Lucky me! Could you please take a picture of your Richard, Anontia, the bustop, the stoop, Shawn and Bryon? It would be fun to see. I love you and pray for you constantly. You are still my hero.

Comment on Address and such by Elaine

Elaine — Sat, 05 Sep 2009 11:32:53 +0000

Change. It’s here, again. I think it’s funny, as often as things change for us by choice, when it really comes time I always think to myself (and whine to everyone), “WHAT WAS I THINKING?!” But the decision was made with a lot of thought, now what’s coming out of my mouth are random emotional mumblings. : )

Take lots of pictures of your departure!!! And I was thinking of something this morning….that when you give someone else the tools to deal with their grief/trauma you give them freedom. Freedom to live.

Go be His hands and feet, Brookie!

Comment on Good Morning, August. Who let you in? by Krista

Krista — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 23:19:08 +0000

Love your writing style – humor – realness – ‘in the moment’ expressiveness, wow! Awesome. Keep writing. Your eye for the photo is cool, too. I’m inspired! KK

Comment on Good Morning, August. Who let you in? by Mandy

Mandy — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 23:18:17 +0000

I couldn’t have said it any better…take me with you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Don’t forget the saying goodbye to Mandy party on your list of things to do…that will take at least a week!!!! OMG it just dawned on me that I’m gonna need ldr therapy for you leaving now toooooooooooo. Ahhhhhhhhhhhhh