Would you like a 16 or 20 ounce?

This question is probably the most common phrase to escape from my lips these days. But working at the Aloha Cafe on the U of N campus in Kona has been quite a good fit for me. I really do love my job! Not only do I work in a place on campus where people like to go, but I also I get to work with two great Swiss girls, Diana and Sarah. We have a lot of fun together, and listen to good music at the same time!

Working in the cafe is an opportunity for me to serve the people here. I also love the opportunity to connect with many people I've never met before. Many staff and students, as well as visitors, come into our little cafe for meetings, use it as a spot for a quiet time, or just a place to hang out with friends. It's really special. Plus, I get to use an espresso machine and an incredible blender *and* I smell like Kona coffee constantly.

Well, just thought I'd update you with how I feel about the Aloha Cafe!

Goodnight.
-j

Engagement Party of the Century

This was such a special night for John and me! Thank you to all of you who were a part of this great celebration. We love you!
Jeff and Beth, you are SO good to us!

It's been a while...

Hi! I'm back!

It really has been a while since I've added anything here. Sorry!

Well, I'm in Kona, Hawaii now. But before getting out here to work with YWAM again, a few fun things happened. John and I got engaged! I was in England for a couple weeks in May, and John was there for a month to visit his family. We had a great time together, and then I came home with an engagement ring. That was pretty incredible.

While I was home, from April through June, I also started substitute teaching again. That was really, really fun. I know that teaching is something the Lord has given me a passion for- it is a blessing when I get to be in the classroom. Although I'm not currently teaching out here, I'm going to look into the possibility of subbing in Kona.

Well, just a mini-update will have to do for now. I'll be better, though, about keeping this Blog updated!

Love you all!
-j