Missing You Hi Nicki:
Recieved your Blog from Vietnam,I wish I was there with you,as I knew a lot of men who served in Vietnam,Lost some there too. I hope you didn't hurt your knee really bad,as that will slow you down for the ret of the trip. I miss you very much and can't wait too see you again. Linda and I have beenvery busy getting this San Antonio trip in order,you know how that goes.Trying to raise money is tough. But we have a nice bunch of kids and it will all work out.
How is the weather in Vietnom? Lots of rain? are you in Hanoi? our near there.Again I wish that I was with you. I hope your not lonely as I feel bad about writnig to you so little,but you are in my thoughts all the time. Tonite we have Bible Study and your Mom and Dad will be here and we get the latetest up date on you. So I love you and miss you,and can't wait until your next Blog.
Love and God's Blessings
MR.B
Cut you some slack O.K. Nicki, but don't forget what you learned, because we'll want to hear all about it. Some of life's most important lesson's are learned from those around us. Whether it be in Viet Nam or right down the street from where you live. The important thing, which I think you've found out, is to listen. So you're saying your bro is pretty smart? I think so too. Love ya dearly,
Pops
Above All Hey girl,
Sounds as though, Myanmar was a great port to visit. Also, sounds like it was more enjoyable than India. I can't wait to see the 22+ dvd's and all the pictures. Sure wish I could be there with you. Well your blog as least lets me feel like I am. I am looking forward to San Diego so I can hear some of your stories first hand. Love you a bunch...Mom xxOO
Sounds like you learned a heck of a lot in Burma.
I'm proud of you.
Do you think our insurance /warrenty will cover us so we can get a new camera when u get back? hehe.
I'm on tape 10 or 11 by the way...
I also have a virus sinus infection as well. Except I have had a bad temperature for a few days to go with it..I got antibiodics and the fever is gone, but I'm still working on the cold part.
Also in response to your Blog....YAY AMERICA!
I wish I was at Inle Lake with you, that would have been awesome...
i missssssss u!!! i got your postcards in the mail a while ago...and i hv completely forgot u hv this travelblog(sorry~). its so good to hear from u, this past 2 months hv been pretty rough for me, n getting your postcards just made me smile =) thx so much! hope everything is going well for u!
xoxo n a big hug from me!
Look through the eyes of Jesus Nicki,
God has you right where He wants you. This trip is not by chance but by God's divine plan. His plan for you right now is to experience this trip to the fullest. All the tastes, sights, sounds and smells. The high points and the low points. What will matter most is what you do with it when you return home. There is still more to see and more of what you experienced in India as you travel to Myanmar and Vietnam. As you travel this globe look for Jesus and the hope He gives, feel His presences in the lives of the people. And give yourself time to digest all you see, do and hear.
I love you, Hugs and Kisses, Mom
India Hi Nicki, Just got around to reading my mail. This trip to India seems to have made quite an impression on you. Hard to believe there are people in the world living as they do. Until you see these things do you realize how good the Lord has been to us and Anericans in general. We can all thank God for the life we have. We can also appreciatae more what missionaries do for these people and even the help our government gives to other nations. You take care, stay safe and God Bless you. I'm sure you will have quite a story to tell when you get home. Luv ya.
Grandma
Out of India Oh sweet Nicki, This latest blog is a heart breaker and I am not surprised at all. India is such a poor, backward country and with many too many people for too many years. I can imagine your tears. I recall the work that Mother Theresa put her life's work to in an attempt to recue the many starving people. I recall another story from a freind of mine who had gone there with the peace corps several years back with baby formula for the starving children to be distributed to the many mothers. They would hand them a scarf full to take home, provide it at no charge, with training how to mix it for their dying infants. But, within that culture, the mothers felt they should not feed "that" to them and would just let it slip away along the road home: dust in the wind. Such frustration! I ache for you seeing the starving people of the world up close and know from my own experiences as close as Mexico, what a culture shock "real poverty" is for us. We were all raised with such abundance that is hard to appreciate until the fact of how the rest of the world struggles hits us in the face one day. Be strong and count your blessings one more time my sweet. I don't claim to understand it, but recognize the deep pain of being in the ocean of sinking people and not able to do much about it. You were aware so young before too. Blessings to you. Uncle Bob and I are putting together some Christmas boxes for children around the globe. It is with our church and involved with the Samaritans Purse organization you got your Christmas gift going to a few years back. It blew away your Uncle Bob with your generous heart years ago refusing more for yourself and donating to them instead. Seek and you shall find such extremes in the undeveloped countries particularly. Be proud to be from the USA, who helps everyone in every way we can. Poverty is too sad for words, yes, but you are a talented film documentarian. Gods gifts and the impact of that media can be the best story teller of all. We do pray for you. Love, Aunt Becky xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxxoxxoxoxxoxx!
What you're feeling Nicki,
I can't even begin to imagine the things you've seen and felt while in India. Just from the tone of your blog, it seems as though it was quite eye-opening, a reality check. I also sense your compassion and hurt for those you came in contact with. The poem you quoted, says it all. I can't help but feel how truly blessed we are , not by our own doing, but by God's grace. I'm sure everything has been etched in your mind, like a snapshot from one of your cameras. When you've slept and deciphered everything, be sure to let us know more. We knew this voyage would change you and your attitudes regarding the world. It sounds as though India has been a very large part of that process. Love ya. Hugs!!! Pops
A Hug for u Take your right hand and put it on your left shoulder ... now take your left hand and put it on your right shoulder .... then SQUEEZE really hard ... theres a big hug from me to you !!
Luv Ya xo
So cool continued... I hit enter before I entered anything the first time around, but enough about me...
I love your hair (or lack thereof), I love your adventurous spirit and your willingness to come out of your comfort zone (fish guts) to enjoy this God-given opportunity! God bless you and keep you safe. Love, Mrs. S.
Good to see you again! These are fun, I almost feel like I'm there with you. My favorite is Kodak Moment. Continue eto enjoy sailing over the ocean blue. Love Aunt Nettie
Pic's Hey, I love the pictures especially the one in the township! And you are right your eyes really show up nice without your hair. You are a beautiful woman, both inside and out!
Love you,
Mom
:) Oh nicki, it was soooo nice to talk to you last night online (well this morning for you!)!!!:) You are probably sleeping right now if i do the math correctly!! I love all your pictures they are great!! I'm looking forward to seeing more!!!
Glad you were honest I just got caught up on your blogs. I read Souath Africa, saw the pictures and read Mauritius. That was a rollercoaster. I think you should get a doctorate after this trip. You've lived and experienced more than most people in a lifetime. At times you write philosophy and other times poetry, all while trying to assmilate God's creation and man's response to it. You will ponder some of these things to eternity.
Usually after awesome experience there is a crash, yours just happened to be in Mauritius. Don't apply to be their public relations director. I don't believe that was one of your new career picks anyway.
It was great to see your pictures. Thanks for spending the time to send them. You look great!
Joy's Wedding is just three weeks away . It's hard to believe. Also Aunt Joy had her baby. You may already know by now. Benjamin is 7 lbs. and 20 inches long. Both mom and baby are healthy. It will be great to meet him.
Continue to pray and read the word, as you travel. You will discover great treasures in its pages as you experience life beyond the ports. "May the Lord bless you and keep you; may the Lord make His face to shine upon you and be gracious unto you; may the Lord lift up the light of His countenance upon you and give you (joy) and peace." Num. 6:24-26 I love you, Aunt Nettie
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Hi Nicki: Recieved your Blog from Vietnam,I wish I was there with you,as I knew a lot of men who served in Vietnam,Lost some there too. I hope you didn't hurt your knee really bad,as that will slow you down for the ret of the trip. I miss you very much and can't wait too see you again. Linda and I have beenvery busy getting this San Antonio trip in order,you know how that goes.Trying to raise money is tough. But we have a nice bunch of kids and it will all work out. How is the weather in Vietnom? Lots of rain? are you in Hanoi? our near there.Again I wish that I was with you. I hope your not lonely as I feel bad about writnig to you so little,but you are in my thoughts all the time. Tonite we have Bible Study and your Mom and Dad will be here and we get the latetest up date on you. So I love you and miss you,and can't wait until your next Blog. Love and God's Blessings MR.B