Hi, I’m Nicole, and I write this weekly blog. I became a missionary kid at twelve years old, when my parents, four younger siblings, and I moved… Read more “About the Blogger”
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Thoughts from a Hospital Bed in Ukraine
“God, why?” Isn’t it so easy to ask that question? “God, why are You allowing this? Why don’t You answer our prayers?” I wrestled these questions a… Read more “Thoughts from a Hospital Bed in Ukraine”
To My Husband: Thank You isn’t Enough
I’ve been on bed rest for three weeks now, due to repeated bleeding in pregnancy and problems with the placenta. My doctor told me not to lift… Read more “To My Husband: Thank You isn’t Enough”
God, How Do I Put My Kids First and Still Serve Others?
How much should we involve our kids in the ministry? This is a question Josh and I wrestle with at times. If you’re a parent who serves… Read more “God, How Do I Put My Kids First and Still Serve Others?”
Have You Ever Doubted There’s Peace That Passes Understanding? I Have.
I’m pregnant and we ended up at the doctor this week for heavy bleeding. Again. During this pregnancy, I’ve had heavy bleeding twice and light spotting four… Read more “Have You Ever Doubted There’s Peace That Passes Understanding? I Have.”
My Best Healthcare Stories on the Missionfield
Ukraine is NOT a third world country. But, as my husband says, when you walk into the public hospitals, you step into the third world. Most of… Read more “My Best Healthcare Stories on the Missionfield”
When You Can’t Buy Peanut Butter
You might be like others I’ve talked with in the States. You want to know, “How is life different for you in Ukraine?” We experience lots of… Read more “When You Can’t Buy Peanut Butter”
Don’t Forget the Umbilical Cord Clamp!
The last few weeks have been insane. Our family is on our fifth week of spring colds. I’m planning our son’s birthday party. Our church is coordinating… Read more “Don’t Forget the Umbilical Cord Clamp!”
“Stop Licking the Wall” and Other Mama Phrases
“Stop licking the wall!” I recently overheard an exasperated mama say this to her pre-schooler. We were touring a salt mine in Krakow, Poland. Our guide had… Read more ““Stop Licking the Wall” and Other Mama Phrases”
7 Unforgettable Memories from Living Overseas
Sometimes living in Ukraine isn’t all that different from being in the States. We’re not a third world country over here. At the same time, I realize… Read more “7 Unforgettable Memories from Living Overseas”
Seven Cures for Writer’s Block
Writer’s block does not exist. Writing is work; therefore you sit down and make it happen. Regardless of mood or inspiration or some mythical muse whispering in… Read more “Seven Cures for Writer’s Block”
