Many months have gone by and many times I have wanted to write but wanted to wait for the right time. Coming back to America was hard but living in NYC is even harder. I didn't want to bore/burden you with my worry and troubles but I will sum it up for you now that the storm has calmed a bit. The transition was definitely a lot harder than expected and because of this I took the time to attend a debriefing in Palmer Lake, Colorado. The place that I went to is called Missions Training International and I cant express the enormous help that it provided me. What this place offered I recommend to everyone coming back from being away for a short or long amount of time....it provided counseling, rest, the comfort of truth and fellowship with other missionaries, among much more between me and God :)
When I returned from this trip I felt better equipped to face the difficulties that did not change but were now expected and faced as normal. My heart was strengthened and given the encouragement needed to move forward and face the challenges that lay ahead. Since then I have moved twice and attended a certification program which will enable me to care for the elderly and those that need care at home...Home Health Aide :)
The agency I will be working for has already placed me in a home with an autistic child. I have no experience with this disability but am looking forward to learning and helping in any way I can.
This is just a quick update and not sure if anyone reads my blog any more because I haven't written in so long but wanted to say something about where I am at and also one more thank you for the enormous support in love, prayers and encouragement. God bless you all and may we continue to encourage one another to do good for the glory of God.
Hope you have a Merry Christmas and may the peace of God rest in your hearts during such a busy time of year!
With Love,
Doris
