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    The Courage To Say Yes

    by Lisa July 24, 2014
    July 24, 2014

    When I told Marianne I’d write a post about the courage to say yes, I had it all planned out. I was going to start the piece by referencing saying …

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    Scary shadows in the valley of nadir

    by Lisa February 19, 2014
    February 19, 2014

    It’s getting harder, folks. Mike himself would say that the first round of chemo had its share of awful moments, but overall it was easier than we’d expected. Well, the …

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  • Life in Laos

    When my child is sick: Missing the promise and illusion of safety

    by Lisa November 19, 2012
    November 19, 2012

    I’m blogging today on a new site I’ll be posting on once a month. aLifeOverseas is a space for honest reflection, conversation, and connection for missionaries and humanitarian workers living …

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    Peace Like A River

    by Lisa January 23, 2012
    January 23, 2012

    Two weeks after Dominic was born, Mike announced that he was going out for a bike ride. “Just a 50km loop,” he said. “I’ll be back within two hours.” I …

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    On Peace and Quiet

    by Lisa January 6, 2012
    January 6, 2012

    When I think of the word peace, I always think next of the word quiet. I’ve always been someone who is extraordinarily sensitive to sound. As a student I would …

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    When fantasy diverges from reality: Adventures with dolphins and babies

    by Lisa June 24, 2011
    June 24, 2011

    Almost two and a half years ago now, Mike and I were driving towards Akaroa in New Zealand. It was the second last day of our honeymoon. We were on …

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