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| 2nd July 2008 megan | awesome!! - From: Tony is Commissioned! Wow..so cool! God bless you and all the best as you continue your journey with our wonderful Lord and savior. |
| 17th June 2008 Patty | Onward! - From: Tony is Commissioned! Certainly will miss having your blog to read. When you get settled and have a little time, please add more. Your news and the great pics are such a good way to stay connected. "Me n' Tony" is my favorite, but agree that the single of Tony would be good for the website/"wall of pastors (parsons!)". Happy moving! Patty Bowen |
| 14th June 2008 Pastor Dad | Pastor - From: Tony is Commissioned! Hey- Just I would add to all the proverbial "beebujwa" and tell you how proud I am that you finally graduated "boot-camp." Welcome to the battlefield, remember to bring your armor and weapons you will need them all to survive :-) Lots of love- Pastor Dad |
| 12th June 2008 Cheryl | - From: Tony is Commissioned! Congrats Tony on becoming a pastor! It has been fun following your blog and joining you on your journey. I will continue to keep you all in our prayers. Starla you looked so pretty in those pictures! Stay in touch! |
| 12th June 2008 Sue | Congrats! - From: Tony is Commissioned! We can all say 'we knew him when!' I'll put the announcement in this Sunday's bulletin to let everyone know. Thanks for all your efforts in taking us along on your exciting journey - keep us posted on how you're doing. |
| 12th June 2008 Judy & Jim Ellis | Congratulations! - From: Tony is Commissioned! We are all very proud and happy for you. We know your future will be a fanastic journey full of challanges and rewards. Great pictures. Keep us informed. Our new pastor, Tom Steffen, will be arriving soon so we at St. Peter's will be going through some new and exciting times as well. God bless. |
| 11th June 2008 AnneBeishline | Congratulations - From: Tony is Commissioned! Congratulations!I went to a Fuller graduation open house. Kay Lester was a speaker at the graduation. I met the dean or some administrator, who asked about you.(He said he met you and Starla mountain climbing. Kay does not have a job as yet. I don't know if she has looked. We have had following your blog. We'll be praying for your ministry! Love from all here. Anne |
| 11th June 2008 Jason Farmer | Amen! - From: Tony is Commissioned! It's so great to see that your AC went so well and that you're all properly "pastored" now :-) Once you guys get settled in, we'll have to give you a call and hear all about how things are going. In Him, -Jason |
| 11th June 2008 christy | Go Tony! - From: Tony is Commissioned! Congrats to Tony, what a great accomplishment! I think you should def. use that pic of him for the website-it screams: I may be a pastor, but I'm freakin cool. Love you guys! |
| 2nd June 2008 Pat King | - From: Amsterdam is beautiful! You two are so adventuresone, adaptable and enthusiastic that I predict you will find ways, even after you are settled in Tennessee, to get out to more exciting places to serve and spread the Word. Missed you in church today, Starla. The Praise team was down to just Sherry, Trista and Matt. Your beautiful voice on "The Solid Rock" would have made it that much more special. Pat |
| 30th May 2008 Sue Wiseman | Was great to talk with you, Tony! - From: Amsterdam is beautiful! I'm glad you've both made it back to the U.S. safely. Those travel certificates worked! By this time Tucker is covering your faces with dog kisses and your families are pampering and spoiling you like crazy. Thanks so much for keeping this blog for all of us armchair travelers. It's been a lot of fun! |
| 27th May 2008 tammy | NICE PLANE - From: At the Masai Mara So true ... Tony you are the hero: What a small plane! Excellent! This has been such a great trip ... thanks for sharing with us! Love the tented camps. |
| 23rd May 2008 Stacy and Anthony Bowker | Love your pictures! - From: At the Masai Mara Tony and Starla, Anthony and I are glad you made it to the safari safely. We have enjoyed reading your blog and seeing the pictures. We pray that the rest of your travels are safe and relaxing. |
| 22nd May 2008 sue wiseman | How Wonderful! - From: At the Masai Mara Looks like you're both getting a well-deserved, relaxing break! And Tony....the small plane! You're my hero! Let us know your new address when you return stateside. |
| 22nd May 2008 Katherine | Have a great time! - From: Kwaheri, Maua! I'm going to miss both of you... I hope you're having a lovely time in the Mara, with loads of animals, a nice break, and a jacuzzi? :-) Love from Maua, where I've only got one day's work left... |
| 21st May 2008 kim | Hello from Peck's! - From: Kwaheri, Maua! I have been keeping up with your blog, and your experiences have been so amazing!!! What a blessing you are being to the many lives your are touching. We have been keeping you in our prayers, and are so anxious to welcome you into our Peck's family! May God continue to watch over you on your journey. |
| 21st May 2008 Judy Ellis | - From: Kwaheri, Maua! Jim and I have really enjoyed reading your blogs and looking at all the pictures. What a marvelous adventure and learning experience you have had. Have a great time on your safari and a safe trip back to the States. Continue keeping us informed of your progress. Grace, peace and blessings. |
| 19th May 2008 Tammy | Thanks - From: Kwaheri, Maua! Thanks for making the time and effort to share with us all of Kenya Adventures thus far ... I'm sure you will love the Masa Mara - wish we could be there to enjoy it with you. We saw a lioness with her cub @ the Masa Mara ... my goodness it was so sacred. OK ... bon voyage! |
| 19th May 2008 Jason Farmer | trip news - From: Kwaheri, Maua! It has been so good to keep up with you guys! I'm glad your time at the hospital has been so meaningful and I hope you can relax and enjoy the safari ahead. We had Pastor Tom's retirement party yesterday at Tam O'Shanter. Lots of people attended and we all shared some wonderful memories. Blessings on the rest of your trip. -Jason |
| 16th May 2008 Tom Carlson | Thanks, Tony - From: From Tony What an inspiration to read your lastest entry. Blessings, Pastor Tom. |
| 15th May 2008 Alicea | Dorcas - From: From Tony I'm so glad you were able to see Dorcas and get a picture!!! It is amazing how tall she has gotten and great that her father is now with her. For all the Bellevue folks - I brought home some of the tea Tony is talking about this summer if you want some! |
| 7th May 2008 Christ | Awesome - From: More postings... So awesome to see how God is using you guys, you're really following the example of Jesus, you know! They're probly wanting to keep you, huh? I'm really proud of you girl, not many are willing to be used like you are. We really are so blessed to live in this country. I never thought about what a luxury it was to have an epidural in childbirth, its so common here. Cora prays for you every day, and we miss you. love, christy |
| 7th May 2008 Jason Farmer | great pictures - From: More postings... It's so good to hear from you guys. We miss you here in Seattle. The picture from the Basin hotel brings back a few memories. Blessings on your last two weeks! -Jason |
| 6th May 2008 Rebecca | Fabulous Photos - From: More from Maua I'm so glad I've been given this opportunity to get to "know" you through your ongoing blog. Your pictures are amazing and the story you're telling is inspiring. I can't wait to meet you in person when you come to Pecks. Take care, Rebecca |
| 6th May 2008 Ashley | little Tuck's along for the ride - From: More from Maua Hey guys . The boys and I are heading for TN where we will pick up Mom, Tom, & Tucker and head for MS. The Family is gathering in rememberance of Uncle Dave. I love you both ~ Ashley |
| 6th May 2008 Beth | prayers for you - From: More from Maua Yesterday at church Pastor Tom announced that Tony had called. He asked us to pray for your safety and your travels. You have opened up a whole new adventure in life by your smiles and dedication to helping others. Thank you for sharing your talents with us and the people in Africa. We all know Tony will make a great minister. Starla, you are a star --- you give and give. Thank you for being sensitive to others, nursing others, and listening to all of us. What a great team the two of you make! love, Beth |
| 5th May 2008 mom | great pics - From: More from Maua I agree with tammy--you all need to submit some of your photos to somebody--somewhere--somehow! I love ya'll dearly....stay safe! mom |
| 4th May 2008 Tom Carlson | WOW - From: More from Maua I just finished my sermon for tomorrow and decided to see the latest. What an experience you guys are having! I'm sure you are both a blessing to those you come into contact with. The pictures are outstanding! Blessings, Pastor Tom |
| 2nd May 2008 Sue | The experiences just keep getting - From: More from Maua better and better! The photos are amazing and I really think you should do photography as a second income. Some of the nature shots would look beautiful hanging on a wall or on artsy greeting cards. |
| 2nd May 2008 tammy | Awesome Stuff - From: More from Maua Hi Starla and Tony - Excellent stuff ... so interesting. From the OR to the rain forest! Lovely ... great pics too. Loves the composition of the chameleon photo and that mushrooms ... Wow! I'm so glad you have gotten to experience Africa in it's fullness... it all looks very official! Stay safe and thanks for taking the time to include us in your trip. BTW - I wouldn't mind knowing more about how women's labor is effected by the female circum... stuff. If you have a minute. Love you both - you're in our prayers & thots Tammy & Wolter |
| 1st May 2008 Cheryl | - From: Halfway There Hi Starla, Wow! Such great adventures! I'm loving the pictures and stories. I agree with your mom about the pictures of the "theatre", though! I don't need any reminders of my experiences with burn patients! |
| 30th April 2008 tammy | wundaful! - From: Halfway There here is a song ... sung for you in my best African accent - wundaful - wundaful, Jesus is to Me ... counselor ... prince of peace ... mighty God is he! Lovin the updates ... man time is flying by! You guys look great! I praise God that he is keeping you well! Even as you wander through peoples backyards. |
| 29th April 2008 mom | - From: Halfway There take all the pictures you want of the OR room, but DO NOT BLOG THEM! I love you dearly! MOm |
| 29th April 2008 Jean | Thanks to invite us to your blog - From: Halfway There Hi Starla - So surprise to receive your email from Kenya. It's so nice to visit your blog, and I am sure that everyone in our 07' RN class enjoy your journal as I do. By just reading your journals and viewing pictures that you posted, I am witnessing the growth of a still "new" RN. I felt my heart was pounding with a mixed feeling of "I wish I were there too" and "Do I have a big heart as Starla's?" I admire you and Tony's courage and the passion to serve people. You and Tony are definitely in my prayer list now. |
| 29th April 2008 Jason Farmer | "malaria lake" - From: Halfway There How 'bout that "malaria lake"? Sounds like a nice place for a picnic:-) You guys have had such great adventures. Praise God for all that you've been experiencing! I've been keeping an eye on all the news out of General Conference this week. Tony will have to catch-up when he returns...but if you can, remember to keep it in prayer. Pax |
| 29th April 2008 Ashley | OH MY ! - From: Crazy roads! Hey guys . WOW ! I am so proud of you guys. This all looks like such an exciting adventure. I really can't wait to hear all about it in person ;) Stay safe and have a blast. Tony, remember you used to drive through the ghetto and came out with out a scratch. Whats a little mud slide right ;D I love you guys . |
| 26th April 2008 Becky Fischer | bathroom - From: Crazy roads! so...should we send you toilet paper for that bathroom? or did the branches tickle? :P |
| 24th April 2008 tammy | Great Stuff - From: Crazy roads! boy do I remember the Kenya roads ... like driving through ravines. This looks like the true African experience! Tony you like like an expert up there with the interpreter. I love the pics of the Camilions ... what a great shot where the claw (?) of the one is holding the horn of the other - it a good way to keep your guys in line. Love ya! |
| 24th April 2008 MOM | What a story! - From: Crazy roads! Yeah, Starla, you win! Your story is awesome! And even though we have our Land Rover experiences to remember, I bet there was a whole lot more praying going on in yours than ours so many years ago! :) Poor Tony!!! You are breaking him into the missionary life with vengeance! I loved the questions from the students...did yall get to answer any of them? I'm so glad you got to travel with Tony, what a great thing to share. And what was the potty thing? I am not sure exactly what I was looking at,,,,but not sure if I really wanted to know what I was looking at. I LOVE YOUR BLOGS! THey are my highlight every day. I love you both dearly. Mom |
| 24th April 2008 alicea | the roads! - From: Crazy roads! Starla, now you know what we were talking about!!!! Isn't it fun :) This last summer we would just hang on to the bars above our heads and pray that we would make it up to the house and back down to the hospital. It looks like you may be traveling in the same jeep we were in this summer. There was a sticker on the back window about proper preperation... |
| 23rd April 2008 Christy | Happy Birthday Tony - From: More news from the Browns Tell him we wish him a happy birthday too! It looks like you had a cool weekend. I love the pics! The girls and I have been praying for you and have you and Tony's pic on our fridge. Love and miss you! |
| 23rd April 2008 Mom&Tom | Surprize & miss U both very much - From: More news from the Browns Hey Guys, Sorry this is my first message to you... but please know we are all praying for both of you. Oh ,Tucker says "Hi and he misses you SOOOO MUCH! " and he said to tell you he's in love with Burgandy, and you might be grandparents soon! HA HA. I know this is late,but HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU. WEe love & miss you both very very much!!!! Mom & Tom |
| 22nd April 2008 Sue | Everytime I check my email and see - From: More news from the Browns that there is a travel blog addition, I'm so excited because I know that there will be wonderful pictures and updates on your adventures! Happy birthday Tony! Starla, I'm sure all your nursing experience there will really shine on your resume when it comes times to get a job in TN. Keep the updates coming....we love them all! |
| 22nd April 2008 mom | more fun - From: More news from the Browns Did my other note I wrote go through? I think I may have lost it...but i'm too tired to write it all over again :) Stay careful, be safe & stick together. Happy birthday, Tony, we are so proud of you! But....stay away from malaria lake! les amo, mom |
| 22nd April 2008 Debbie | Greetings from your new family at Pecks - From: Update on the 19th. We were glad to see the photos and news of your trip that Mack shared on Sunday. Know that you and the work you are doing are in our prayers. God speed, Debbie |
| 22nd April 2008 Stacy and Anthony Bowker | Happy Belated Birthday! - From: Update on the 19th. We both wish Tony a very Happy Belated 30th. We're glad you were able to celebrate with other missionaries and volunteers, although I'm sure it wasn't the same as playing laser tag at Bullwinkles! We will continue to pray that the rest of your trip is filled with blessings and that you don't have any more hallucinations that lead to crazier misadventures :-) Take care and God Bless, Stacy and Anthony |
| 21st April 2008 Cassie R | Awesome entry! - From: Update on the 19th. Wow, this sounds so amazing! Praying for you guys; your ministry is so important to the Lord. I hope I can check this blog at work (I'm at home in Knoxville now) each day and keep up with you both. |
| 21st April 2008 Jane S. | Kenya Nursing! - From: Update on the 19th. This blog has been great to feel so close to you both. I knew Starla would be amazed at the basic Nursing practise in Kenya. There is more than one way to do things! Love, Jane |
| 21st April 2008 Inskip UMYouth | Hi from Knoxville! - From: Update on the 19th. HAPPY BIRTHDAY TONY, even if we are sending this late! What up homie? from Max, Lady Vols won their 8th National Championship on 4/8/08, (old news to you?) waving from Paul, we are getting ice cream from Baskins, wish you were with us too, we just relocated items for our upcoming rummage sale, lots of things already, We will need your help when we have it August 2, <3 <3 (heart, heart) Let us hear more and see the pictures. All our LOVE |
| 20th April 2008 Mary Goodman | Glad you are both safe - From: Update on the 19th. Your misadventure sounded scary! You both are doing such good things out there and I am so proud of you. Together you both are such a caring and powerful team. It is great to share in some of your experiences! |