Sugar Cookies & Culture Stress

Posted by on Jul 28, 2015 in Culture, Life In South Africa | 7 Comments
Sugar Cookies & Culture Stress

Mohammed Ali had it all wrong when he said that he “floated like a butterfly and stung like a bee.” He should have said stung like a sugar cookie instead. This is because with a one-two butter-laden combo, Michele was knocked out. Michele’s plan of making sugar cookies for our dinner guests last week failed miserably because […]

Just Plain Different

Posted by on Jul 16, 2015 in Culture | No Comments
Just Plain Different

I like to think pretend that as we walk around South Africa our family is giving off this vibe that says, “Wow, look at that peaceful, gentle, holy family full of kindness and the Holy Spirit. They must be followers of Christ and I must talk with them immediately to learn more!” I would love […]

London, A McDonald’s Milkshake & Being Culture Investigators

Posted by on Jul 1, 2015 in Culture | 6 Comments
London, A McDonald’s Milkshake & Being Culture Investigators

When we traveled through London on our way to South Africa we took in the usual tourist attractions such as Buckingham Palace; Big Ben; afternoon tea; the double-decker buses; and the oldest of British traditions, McDonalds. Well admittedly McDonalds actually has nothing to do with London, but the kids appreciated a quick trip to the […]