Love your blog! Monica, this is yet another verification that small people are stronger than they appear! Plant the feet, grit the teeth and stand the ground! And regarding "standing out like a light bulb", a causasian friend of mine whose brother in law is black told the family that when he visits he feels like a "bean in a bowl of rice"! Take care...continued blessings!
Ouch! Listen, Kiddo, I felt that jab all the way from India--or was it from Pakistan?! That's o.k. 'cause it is just too good to hear from you--- and I'm so proud of you for holding your own against some poor old woman!!! Mom let me know when you and Waldo had arrived safely at Mary and Joe's. Can't wait to hear all about Pakistan. Love you! Grandma
Interesting... Monica, thanks for sharing your observations and insights. I agree, it isn't fair that we westerners live with such abundance and millions of others around the world are hungry. I wonder sometimes if our abundance is a blessing or a curse. Isn't it often matters of the material world that become barriers between us and God? In James 2 it says "God chose the poor people of this world to be rich in faith and to possess the kingdom to which he promised to those who love him." It appears that for some, the poor have fewer barriers and a richer faith...something we can learn from. And what can/do we do with our "share" to impact the poor? These are things I've reflected on often since returning from Africa. I'd love to hear some of your thoughts and reflections. Safe travels! Marcy
You're baaack! Hi Monica Good to hear from you again. CSing seems like a lot of fun---a French chef, no less! Your account of giving out grain and oil in Calcutta was so descriptive I could almost feel the pain of those women-- and your's, too. You are right, we here have no how poor other parts of the world are but your personal experience has really made it real for me. Love to you and Waldo, Grandma
Would have made more sense to give the chocolate cookies, candy and clean water to the people so desperate for food!!! Or yet, put that money toward more of what they were giving out!!!
Thanks for Sharing! Monica,
What an incredible journey you and Waldo are experiencing. Thanks for sharing it with us and thanks for sharing yourselves with the poor in India. I've always heard about the mix of wealth and slums in India but it's hard to comprehend. I can imagine it fuels the fire in you to do more to improve the lives of those in need around the world. Love you,
Mom
Happy Happy, happy, happy birthday, Monica! Know it will be one to remember. Looking forward to your next blog. Love you, miss you, Grandpa and Grandma
Paris Monica, I'm sorry about the rude French people---Just to get even, I'll never eat French-fries again! But CS experience sounds great. Is tomorrow the day I can heave a big sigh of relief? Love you!
Paris hasn't changed Sorry to hear Parisian rudeness hasn't changed since I was there 31 (is that possible?) years ago! But thank the Lord for Jessica! I hope the people of smaller French towns were nicer. Did you meet up with CSers we hosted? Can't remember what town they were from. Hopefully we'll all remember to be kind to those you don't speak our language and need help. Hugs & Kisses, Mom
Beautiful!!! What fantastic, beautiful pictures...both the scenery and YOU! You look happy and well. I'm so glad you are having great CSing and hostel experiences. What a JOY to read your blogs! I'm still praying for your safe travels. Love you lots, Mom.
crazy oh my goodness monica. you're like a globetrotter or something. ha. (i'll blame the lack of eloquence on how tired i am).
i just wanted to let you know that i MISSSSSS you like everything. i hope you're enjoying your travels and i'll continue to keep you in my prayers, lady.
muchos love,
amanda
5 more days! Hi Monica! By my calculations, in just 5 more days you will have a very nice buddy to travel around with! Your Mom and I had a great weekend in MN, more about that in my private blog. Love you, Grandma
i wanna play there with uuuu!!!!!!!!
btw, the dodgers are a game ahead of the cards in the national league overall 1st place...and how could the braves sweep u in 3 games!!! I think the dodgers are looking good! muah!
a wee bit - - a little bit
rubbish - - trash
niece - - a nasal congestions comming from some days ago aggravated by a hard core night and a severe cold, many times used as a way to say you look awful... (totally from the hand sleeve)
sosoo - - i love you in slang
I'm sorry someone pooped you... You didn't told me about that! I'm sorry linda... I guess is embarrasing, but you are brave and I know you found a place where to clean yourself, and you know what they say, that's a lucky charm!!!
woo! Yay! I am so proud of you doing this all on your own! It sounds very fun despite the few frustrations on the way. Have fun chica! Can't wait to hear more (since I'm going to live vicariously through your blog tehe) =)
who??? Monicaaaaaaa....... who's that special someone????
That's all for Edinburgh??? It's not fair, come on! It's a gorgeous place with beautiful people and lots of etc's.
happy to hear Arrived home from 3 days away and was so delighted to get your blog....not enough time in dear old Ireland! Happy you are on your way, finding couches and seeing the world. Take care! We are Monica fans.
Great to hear from you! Monica,
We very much look forward to your informative updates! We know you will enjoy this adventure. And regarding the "certain special someone"...how nice of you to refer to your father so affectionately! You take care...
Hugs, Marcy
Summer 2008 - Uganda and Ghana
Fall 2009 - Europe, India, Pakistan, Central America
Jan-August 2010 - Tijuana, Mexico
July-Sept 2012 - Lima, Peru... full info
Marcy
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Monica, this is yet another verification that small people are stronger than they appear! Plant the feet, grit the teeth and stand the ground! And regarding "standing out like a light bulb", a causasian friend of mine whose brother in law is black told the family that when he visits he feels like a "bean in a bowl of rice"! Take care...continued blessings!