"They that sow in tears shall reap in joy. He that goeth forth and weepeth, bearing precious seed,
shall doubtless come again with rejoicing, bringing his sheaves with him." ~ Psalm 126:5-6

January 15, 2012

~New Experiences~

Term 2 -- What's new?

Among a slew of other things that I do, I've been totally ENJOYING working as an assistant girls' dean. There is so much that comes along with that privilege. It's one that must take much thought and prayer. I'm glad that God didn't give it to me until this term since the language barrier was stronger during the first term and the break.

Being a dean also helps me to be much more in-touch with the girls' health. Malaria and other bugs have been busy "bugging" our students.

Every night, I give and receive lots of hugs, “good-night's”, “sleep well's,” “see you tomorrow's.” I love each one very much and desire that they not only are comfortable and love it here, but also that they will always see what Jesus is like through me. I am greatly blessed by their friendship. Most don't profess to be Christians, but that's okay. I love them all the same and am earnestly praying and working for each girl's, as well as each boy's, salvation.

I love this job very much. Please, join me in praying for the Lord's guidance for me, Tharamoo Wah Nay Paw, and Thara Dah Boo (boys' dean).
Hannah and I have been sitting in 7th grade (actually 7th standard) for the first class period since our Thai teacher left during the break. (Please, pray for a Thai teacher for grades 1-8.) As usual, I have a great time with that energetic, enthusiastic bunch. They study for their other classes—Burmese, English, Math, and Bible. I have fun helping them with their English and math. (Sometimes, helping with math ends up being nothing more than a good attempt.)

Last term, I was as assistant teacher in Mom's Medical Missionary Part 1 Vocational Class, but this term, I'm a student in MM Pt. 2 which is being taught by some Karen medics. Thara Eh Keh Nyaw translates from Karen to English.

So, that's a little of what my school days are like.


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