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Family Scrapbooking Memories
Abvoe:With family in Wisconson: brother Dave, Sister-in-love Judi, Mom Coats
Below: Richard and Angela’s daughters: Abigail (4), Emma (1)
Michael & Stacy in Tucson
Joshua and Alicia’s family: Jacob (3), Alyssia (1)
Unexpected Neighborhood Fire
Thank you for your faithful prayers for the souls in other countries like Japan. Pray that their eyes would be opened as the gospel is set forth. Last night a house burned down in our neighborhood. An older man perished in the flames, only to enter much worse flames. Pray that others in this area…
SAND FOR STRESS Natural sand baths in Japan have a history of more than 300 years. The sand of the beaches is infused with hot spring water that comes up from deep in the ground. The beneficial effects of natural sand baths are medically proven. Rheumatism, lumbago and diabetes number among the many ailments that…
Our Children and Grandchildren
Well couldn’t let Children’s Day pass without bragging about ours including our grandchildren! So hope you enjoy some of our pics from our visit in March and April.With the Joshua & Alicia, Jacob & Alyssia Appel on Resurrection Sunday Richard, Angela, Abigail and Emma Mansell in caverns in VA Michael & Stacy Mansell in Tucson…
Children’s Day 子供の日
From time to time we want to tell you about special days, holidays, and such here in Japan. On the 4th of May is what used to be Boy’s Day and is celebrated as such in many ways but overall has come to be known as Children’s Day. There is an equivilant day for girls…
Below are pictures of our kids as we saw them during our trip in March and April.
Pastor Richard Mansell, Angela, Abigail (age 4) Emma (1) and awaiting their third the end of August.
Second if Michael and Stacy (Tucson, AZ) and
third is Pastor Joshua, our daughter Alicia, Jacob (age 3) and Alyssia (almost 1)
First time for Everything!
We have joined the blogger’s domain and trust this provides a convenient way for you to keep in touch with us besides our monthly letter. We also desire to make our letters simpler so they are not a difficulty for many to see and read. Will keep this short as we are still learning! Lord…