Nathan and Stephanie and their children (remember I'm trying now to be safe and go nameless on children) were some of the friends I got to see while in Marion. I've known Nathan from when he was in grade 7 back at the Santa Cruz Christian Learning Center in Bolivia. His parents were my field directors for much of my time in Bolivia. When sweet little Stephanie (also a missionary kid- MK) transferred to our school (I think at grade 11 if I can remember right), oh my- that was the end of singleness for them both. So they've been married I think 12 years now, and it was such a joy to see them and their cute ones!
I stayed in Marion a few extra days after the CHE conference ended, since I was booked to speak at a local church, Lakeview Wesleyan, in Marion. My speaking time was to be Sunday a.m., but I happened to find out that they had a Christmas performance that Saturday night. Since I'm usually overseas for this time of year, I was very pleased to see the performance and once again worship with these dear folks!
