If you've gotten this far, you are likely well aware that I am setting off for an Armenian Adventure. I am headed to Spitak, Armenia to live in poverty and serve the poorest of the poor with Mother Teresa's Missionaries of Charity. Their main apostolate in Spitak is an orphanage for abandoned children, many of whom have some kind of disability.
This blog is an attempt to stay connected without thrusting long-winded mass emails upon you. I am not exactly sure how often I will be able to write, or how long I will be there, or what exactly I will be doing.
The only shred of certainty I've had about anything concerning this experience thus far is the deep peace I felt a couple of weeks ago after I got off the phone with one of the Sisters. It assured me that even though going to Armenia makes little sense in my head, it is the right thing- at least for July 19th.
If you are reading this I can pretty much guarantee that you are in my thoughts and prayers, and I miss you very much. I would love to hear from you.
And I'll see you in the Eucharist.
Armenia
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Well, knowing how important emails become when you're living in a foreign country, I thought I'd go ahead and drop you a line. :) It was so fun to talk to you when you were in Heathrow! I hope you've made it to Armenia safe and sound by now, and that your first few days there are as stress-free as possible. I'm very excited for you, my dear. xo
gen! i'm curious how your armenia arrival was... hope all is well and that your first few days have been good! love you!
Hi Gen! I hope you made it to Armenia safely. I am so proud of you! Don't forget that we are praying for you. love, love. A.C.
GENEVIEVE!!!! did you know that in french your name has an accent mark over the third "e" ?? it's pretty sweet, you should look into adopting it.. anyway, i've been trying to figure out this whole blog thing...as you know i'm computer illiterate. You are very creative.. have you ever thought about being a journalist?? I hope you have a camera out there..and a journal. This could be so awesome for all of us (over here living vicariously through you) -- if you had pics and stuff. you need to keep a journal... anyway, got your mailing address :) and i wrote all your info down in my JOURNAL.. I miss you a ton already. I really really do. I'll send you an email for all that mushy gooshy stuff that i'm sure would embarrass you on your blog page, hehe. ANyway, you need to update this page so i can check in on you. I miss you a ton.
talk with you soon. Praying for you. MUch love
ps. my spelling is a bit off lately, i blame it on all the french. Mixes me up.
Genevieva,
Wow, we are excited for you. Be prepared for big changes in how you see the world and life. I can't wait to read about your experiences and share them with the kids. You are in our prayers.
Your experiences will affect us all the way in Clovis, Ca.
Good Luck.
Love Uncle Matt
Gen, You not only have made us all very proud you move our hearts to greater service for the Lord! I know you'll be great! BTW, how's your Armenian? It'll be better, for sure, in a couple of weeks. Rest assured of Mass every Thursday for your intentions.
God bless,
Fr. Jim
Dear Gen,
I know we haven't talked since school let out, but I'm really very excited for you, and will definitely be praying for you. I can't wait to read all about what's going on- the hardships and the joys! Thanks for your great example of giving of yourself, and for the little comment that you'll be seeing us in the Eucharist- that's so beautiful and a great way to put it! I will definitely be seeing you in the Eucharist! I love you! Annie
"Hold back nothing of yourself for yourself, that He Who gives Himself totally to you may receive you totally." (St. Francis of Assisi)
Salut Genevieve,
you know no one is going to stay interested and write to you if you never update this page. Come on lady, it's not like you're saving the world or anything.
p.s. I guess i should add something like "Gen, i'm so proud of you...you are such an great example to all of us...and i'm praying for you"
let me know if I left anything out.
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