And while I am so so so excited to finally be back and visit my cherished friends there, and teach the children and see all their smiles, and encourage the pastors, who somehow always end up giving me more than I could even offer them, I'm sad to leave.
I'll miss baby Mal's first Christmas.
I'll miss Christmas Eve with Dad's side of the family.
I'll miss staying up all night to play games with my friends at church on New Years.
I'll miss those 3 cherished weeks at home with my family.
I'll miss seeing everyone open their presents on Christmas morning, and reading the Christmas story, and eating cinnamon rolls for breakfast while I open my stocking with Jessie, and having peppermint ice cream, and playing Scrabble.
And that's just Christmas. Will it even feel like Christmas?
But, like I said, I'm so so so excited to return. This trip is significant for many reasons, and I can't wait to see everyone.
Jewel, how long are you going to be there?
ReplyDeleteHolidays and being away from family are some of the hardest things about being a missionary in a far-away country. However, it's always fun to experience holidays in a foreign country. I'll be praying for you!
ReplyDeleteThanks Gerson and Betsy!
ReplyDelete3 weeks Sara!
I hope it feels like Christmas for you. We will miss you though!
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