As we drove from Michigan to Pennsylvania for a Thanksgiving reunion with Adriana’s older brother (my best friend since high school), our sister-in-law, and their two kids, I asked Adriana:
“When we move back to Peru, what U.S. traditions would you like our family to continue?”
We agreed on two:
- Cutting down our Christmas tree (sadly, that won’t be possible in Peru)
- Thanksgiving
We love Thanksgiving because we spend time with family and because it causes us to reflect on the many ways that God has blessed us. There are too many blessings to count, but I asked each family member to pick one reason they are grateful this year. Here is what they said:
- Imara (3 y/o): I’m thankful for chicken and mashed potatoes. (We ate turkey, not chicken, obviously.)
- Isaia (6 y/o): I am thankful for being at my cousins’ house for Thanksgiving.
- Ilana (7 y/o): I’m thankful for my family.
- Aila (9 y/o): I’m grateful for being at my cousins’ house in Pennsylvania for thanksgiving and my family
- Adriana: I am thankful for having the chance to share time with family, enjoy each other’s company, taking the time to cook together and enjoy delicious food.
- Andrew: I am thankful that we get to see our family in Pennsylvania. It’s a joy to see our kids play with their cousins and to sit down to talk for hours after each meal.
On top of that, we are thankful for you! Over the past year and half as we have geared up our preparations to return to Peru as missionaries, Adriana and I have felt like never before how important it is to have a team on our side. We are constantly aware of how much we need you! Your prayers, questions, financial support, and presence in our lives have been tangible signs of God’s grace. You remind us that we are not alone in this endeavor; we are part of a family and a team.
Thank you!
Asi es la vida... 