BE - I too this photo at an outdoor book market in Paris. Through 2020, many have learned about being rather than doing as we've been in and out of quarantine, shutdowns, and lockdowns.  Exploring and adventure doesn't always mean traveling somewhere, join me as I blog and explore!

lauren's musings

Blogging + exploring

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In anticipation, for my cross cultural training to prepare for Hungary, I loaded my car for a three week road trip to Indiana.  After re-routing my trip 4 times, I decided at the last minute to depart day earlier than planned because a big snow storm was imminent.  Little did I know leaving early had me face […]

A journey to remember

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This is such an important lesson for me. As a human being I am often convinced that I have the strength and whit to do just about anything. I do believe that to a small degree. However, when it comes to doing the work, I’ve realize that the “Together Everyone Achieves More” phrase it completely […]

Sometimes you can’t make it on your own

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It astounds me how much joy comes from simply starting something. I’m scared, absolutely. Yet, to see something come together from near and from far is encouraging. I was reading this book called “the circle maker” it’s about prayer. Throughout the book, the author shared one simple sentence: Pray like it depends on God, work […]

Pray Like it Depends on God… Work Like it Depends on You…

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Who would have thought that going on a 3 month journey would take more than 3 months work?  Okay, sometimes I don’t have the most realistic view on life. 🙂 Seriously, I’m learning so much about planning and diligence, and once again the way life throws unexpected curves.  Thankfully, I’ve got a great community of folks […]

Lots of Work

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Two weeks ago, I planted a flower.  It’s completely out of character to me, but for the sake of a spiritual take home for students on prayer I thought it was a great group activity… We decorated our pots with favorite songs, scriptures, quotes, designs or doodles.  All the while going through a little prayer […]

The North Face in a Cold House

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Yes, It’s true, I’m headed back.  This time, it’s not part of a team.  Headed back on the grandest adventure in faith of my life.  3 months in Ukraine.  A semi-familiar land, but it will be a completely new experience to spend time without a team of native English speakers. I’m excited, nervous and at […]

Preparing to say hello!