Nestled in the crystal-clear waters of the East China Sea one can find a beautiful island known as Okinawa, Japan. With its amazing natural landscapes, unique culture, and warm-hearted people, Okinawa captures the hearts of its visitors, including ourselves. Having experienced the wonders of this tropical paradise for the past 14 months, I am compelled … More Why We Love Okinawa.
Ever since I saw the movie Avatar, which has become one of my favorites, I always wanted a dragon–a flying dragon! We live in Indonesia now, which is the land that truly is the land of dragons. They are called Komodo Dragons. This past weekend, since we had a nice break from our teaching responsibilities … More I always wanted a Dragon.
It’s all about rice. … More It’s all about rice.
We felt accepted! … More Ramadan in Indonesia in the year 1441
From time to time and through normal conversation with friends we usually end up talking about our daily schedule. The question we receive frequently seems to be very familiar. Why do you wake up so early in the mornings? We live on the side of a mountain that overlooks a few villages and even part … More Designated Caller.
I waited for two hours in the lobby of a bank until my number was called. My number was 20. When I began to wait they were taking care of customer number 15. Five to go I said—It will go quick. It did not go quick! Finally it was my turn. She was friendly, professional … More re·li·gion?
It’s been 3 weeks since we have arrived. To say that its been a whirlwind would be an understantment. It feels like we have already experienced a lifetime! New phone numbers, new towels and bedding, new pots and pans, new foods, new sounds and sights. Much to the “delight” of JoAnn, we have some new … More Get Moving!
It’s hard to believe that in two months our lives will change like we have never experienced change before. New Country, new culture, new language, new foods, new clothes, new home and new ministry opportunities. We are still amazed at how everything has transpire and especially at how quickly! Cahaya Bangsa Classical School will be … More It’s Almost Time!
Have you heard the expression “clothes make the man”? Well, if one likes the causal look of a loose fitted colorful shirt as something you would see in the Caribbean, then Indonesia is the mother load! Batik is both an art and a craft, which is becoming more popular and well known in the West … More So much BATIK, so little time!
The LORD’S lovingkindnesses indeed never cease, For His compassions never fail. They are new every morning; Great is Your faithfulness. Lamentations 3:22-23 There are so many emotions in my head right now! The last 12 to 18 months have been full of so many exciting events and experiences that words can not begin to express … More You’ve Been So Good To Me!
prayer noun (1), often attributive Definition of prayer(1): an address (such as a petition) to God or a god in word or thought. Said a prayer for the success of the voyage (2): a set order of words used for praying. An earnest request or wish2: the act or practice of praying to God or a god kneeling in prayer3: a religious service consisting chiefly of … More Prayer Time! Really? So early?
JoAnn and I want to thank you for encouraging us to begin writing some of our experiences and thoughts down on this blog. It’s been fun not only identifying the overall subjects that were of interest to us but to write them in a manner that shares our personalities and our inner thoughts. We will … More Thank You!
Why Not Indonesia & Japan -- By, Ismael Sapoval 