Reality.

Cambodia. A place that was so unfamiliar is now a place we know just a bit better, and love a bit more.

We’ve been here for about two weeks now, and it does feel somewhat like home now. The days are long, but at the end of the day we know its worth it all—we even end up sharing stories and before we hit the pillow the room is filled with laughter and joy. (But sometimes frustration and tears—but we all have each other..:)

In these past few weeks our schedule has changed, but we are pretty busy.
In the mornings Jenna teaches a music class; and I teach a hip hop class. Later in the day Katie and Cassie teach ballet. After that we usually have lunch and for the rest of the day we join the women in the center. We either can join the sewing room, the cake room, or the children’s room. I’ve been so honored that the LORD can use us, no matter our faults, hesitations or insecurities—these women here are so beautiful. They are so giving, gentile and truly kind. We have learned so much from them. We’ve been able to have a couple seminars to teach and also sermons on our testimony… the LORD has been working-but in just ways we don’t expect.
We’ve been able to visit a couple Cambodian Churches-wow are they awesome. I love seeing these people on fire for the LORD—and how their community is so inviting. Also our (tuk tuk) driver has been able to attend church with us—weve gotten to know Him pretty well!
Basically we are all doing good. The Lord has been transforming us, shaping us..slowly but surely. In all honesty, Its been tough sometimes to wake up and face the day-but I have to let go of fears, frustrations and complacency-and Trust in Him-that He wants me here, He is working, and that its not about the "doing" but the "being" (with these women).
Pray for encouragement, communication, joy, health and peace. Gods been so good to us, but we are still fighting the battle. PLEASE pray for the Daughters organization-they are going through a lot of transitioning. Pray for encouragement, provision and funding. Thank you so much. We greatly appreciate all your support and prayers (we love checking our blogs and being encouraged by you all!! We love you!)
We miss you all.


Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me.
Do not cast me from your presence or take your Holy Spirit from me.
Restore to me the joy of your salvation and grant me a willing spirit, to sustain me. Then I will teach transgressors your ways, and sinners will turn back to you.
Psalm 51: 10-13


Blessings and Peace,

Libbie and the Cambodia team