This past weekend we celebrated Valentine's Day here in Singapore. That's right; we were actually here! We have a new tradition (recommended by my Cousin Blake and his wife, Amanda) Cody plans 12/5 (Anniversary) and I plan 2/14. I really like it when there are clear expectations and plans so I was immediately a big fan of the idea. I had so much fun thinking about our schedule for the V-Day extravaganza!!! Cody may not admit it, but I may have worn him out…there was a 3 mile run, basketball, and golf all in the same day. We had a lot of fun!
I also had some time to reflect on Love... I recently started reading Grace Awakening and this quote resonated with me, "Love that goes upward is worship; love that goes outward is affection; love that stoops is grace." - Donald Barnhouse
The love that Cody and I have for one another is only possible through the love that God has for us (1 John 4:19). It has been a year of [trying] learning what Christlike love looks like and it has been quite the [good/difficult] challenge to learn how to show that to one another.
We are working to create true intimacy through a shared love of The Lord, prayer, a culture of confession, and honesty. It's a different approach to love than we have had in the past, but I can already see the difference that it's made. We are growing and that's a good thing.
Thankful to have the prayerful support of friends and family as we continue in our life overseas!
Love,
Christie and Cody
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| Schedule of all Schedules |
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| Handmade Cards. Teddy Bears. Basketball. Golf. |
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| Lone Survivor. Cheeseburgers. Champagne. Call of Duty. |
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| Dinner at Roadhouse |
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