Showing posts with label Portland. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Portland. Show all posts

Tuesday, February 14, 2012

Saying Goodbye

A week ago we said goodbye to some friends from Portland. They were able to be down here for about seven weeks, to share in the little paradise that is Tome, Chile. It was sad to see them go, but far sadder for the Chilean friends they made that may not see them for a long long time. They were able to experience a lot in the past seven weeks, and we are so glad they did. It is always awesome to be able to share this place with friends and family, it always reminds us of how great this little town is.

The kids with their Chilean babysitter

Such a little model

Chilean friends

The Portlanders



They touched a lot of lives down here, and made some great friendships that will last a long time. All arrived home safe and are still adjusting to the fast-paced life that is the good ol' USA, thanks for coming down guys!
-Jordan and Missy

Sunday, July 10, 2011

My Fabulous Husband

So I've been thinking about how much I appreciate my husband, and I thought I would share with all of you in a short "Jordan Appreciation" picture post. Yes, this might be a little sappy, and yes, it has little to do with our Chile Mission, but you were warned so move along if you don't feel like reading any further!

 This is Jordan, my husband, and I can't think of anyone better to live life together with here in Portland, and down in South America. We enjoy walking, and since we have many friends with dogs here in Portland, we get extra walking companions now and then! (Jordan will even walk both dogs while I have my hands full drinking an iced tea and taking pictures)
 Here is Jordan busy reading with one of our friends' kids. We've had some free time up here to babysit and it has been so cool to see Jordan spend more time around kids - he's a natural, and super patient - he's gonna be a great dad. 
 This is Jordan instructing me in how to fix some sort of camera/computer technical difficulty. Again, his patience is incredible, especially when he has to explain something to me upteen times and I still don't get it.
 This is Jordan and our good friend Chad, one thing about Jordan is that he is a very loyal friend, and truly has a servant's heart (see picture below)
So here is the whole reason I decided I finally needed to do this post. This is Jordan chopping wood, he's been helping our friend chop up a tree that they took down in their backyard a few months ago. Its hard work, but J decided to go ahead and come over today, while our friends are out, to finish up. This is his servant heart in action. Yes, he has a bunch of wood that will need to be chopped once we go back to Chile, but does that stop him from helping out a friend? No way man! 
So Jordan, here's to you today - I love you! The Lord has made you so unique and wonderful, what a gift to be along for the ride with you for the rest of our lives!

Blessings to you and all those you love!
-Missy

Monday, June 27, 2011

Our Fair City

We love Portland. Of course we love Tome as well, but being home for a bit has made us appreciate Portland even more. Thought we'd share some pictures...






Simply a cool city to call home.

Blessings,
Jordan and Missy

Wednesday, May 11, 2011

Una Visita

Here we've been home for about 2 weeks now, and haven't really posted anything on what we have been up to! Thought I would share some photos from my dad's house -- we got to go up there for a visit a the beginning of our time home, and it was great! 

Dad and Stepmom

 Just in time for beautiful cherry trees in bloom!

 Dad warming up the truck

 Making muffins

 Lizzy dog

 Super furry cat

More pretty flowers in bloom

 Jordan doing some moves

Practicing karate...or something

 We helped my dad move a bunch of lilac plants

Can you spot the peacock?? 


Blessings All!
Jordan and Missy