We had lots of fun at home as we tried to cram a summer's worth of fun into one month...and, in reality, managed to fit several summer's worth into what seemed like a few days. But we have recovered from the dizzying pace of being home and are enjoying a more measured rhythm to our daily schedules. As we reflect on our time at home, it is easy to see God's fingerprints all over the place. The time with family and friends was so rich. The opportunities to share our story about God's grace were so encouraging. We are grateful for the gift of relationships that the Lord has blessed us with. While there is no way to share images from every event during our time in the States, the pictures below capture some of the sweetest moments.

Enjoying the hot weather with water on the farm

Time with family

More time with family in Champaign, IL

Slip sliding away

Celebrating a cousin's (Lukas) first birthday

Lots of fun times with best friends

Visiting the train museum

Dad getting slimed at the Hope VBS...and it was his birthday. Happy birthday Geoff!

The girls enjoying the sun at the Current River

All "funned" out after a day on the river

The boys searching for treasure

Malachi doing what he loves...playing tractors

Swimming in the Current River

Visiting Blue Springs at the Current River

In Omaha for a staff retreat. This is the North American staff that live and work in Peru.