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How about an update?

Brook — Wed, 09 Feb 2011 17:40:12 +0000

I realize it has once again been multiple months since I’ve posted here. But at least this time I have good reason!

Back in December we took our (semi) secretive trip home to the States. This was the first time in a year and a half that we had been home…. …and it was amazing! We got to spend Christmas with family, New Year’s with friends and snow up to our knees throughout most of our trip!

It really was a great trip. Once “home” in the US we realized just how much we probably needed a break from the daily grind of Thailand. For the first time in a long time we were actually able to completely relax, let loose and just “be” around family and friends… And honestly, it’s helped us get a new passion for the work we are doing here in Thailand.

Christmas with Sara's family

My Mom's side of the Family

You can see more photos of our trip home via Sara‘s Facebook album here: http://www.facebook.com/saraj.sarver#!/album.php?id=153800143&aid=2024629

So, what else is new? Oh yeah, WE’RE GOING TO HAVE A BABY!!!!

We found out early in December but have waited to tell everyone until just recently. Since coming back to Thailand we’ve chosen a hospital, met the doctors there and have had one of our first ultrasounds… To say that we are excited/nervous would be an understatement. We are completely filled with both of those combating feelings!

So, yeah, that’s what we’ve been up to! Now that we are back and getting settled in, stick around for many more updates on life, ministry and that little Sarver baby that is soon to come!

December 2010 Newsletter!

Brook — Wed, 08 Dec 2010 17:41:16 +0000

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Another few months have come and gone. And life over here has yet to really slow down, make sense, etc. We still feel like we are holding on for dear life at times!

But we are doing well. If you haven’t already, check out our latest newsletter by clicking on the image above. It’s an exciting update on church camps completely in Thai, language tests, and prayer meetings (again; all in Thai!). Your thoughts and prayers continue to be such an encouragement to us…

If you are not currently receiving our newsletters and would like to get them delivered straight to your email inbox, please fill out the online form here!

Thanks for your ongoing prayers and support… Life has been crazy over here and we look forward to sharing more and more about our lives here in Thailand!

Blessings!

My first transvestite double take…

Brook — Thu, 13 May 2010 16:54:16 +0000

I still remember the first time I did a double-take. Sara and I were walking through the market in Bang Saen, Thailand nearly 5 years ago now after an English class we were teaching. I saw this pretty girl walking by me who made eye contact. I did a double-take. We caught each other’s eyes and I thought, “She is pretty”. Now, before you tie me up, flog me, and stone me. I’m a human. And I failed at the moment. I did a double-take with my wife at my side.

Less than a split second later my wife, being as omnipotent as any human I have ever met, said, “That’s a dude.”

What!?

A dude!?

In my periphery she had a bust that said anything but “dude” and longer legs and a shorter skirt than I had ever witnessed…

…then I saw the Adam’s apple. There’s not much you can do to hide that bad boy. It just sticks out there and screams “I’m a dude!”

Sara didn’t have to do anything to make me regret my double take. Indeed, it was a dude who turned into a dude-ette.

I’ve never felt so small. So violated. So hurt…

…than when my wife caught me double-taking on a transvestite…

The more we are in Thailand the better I get at deciphering the dude-turned-dude-ettes from the girls. Sara has taught me well. And women just seem to know the difference. Adam’s Apple. Shoulder structure. Tone of voice. All of these are a dead giveaway for any woman. It’s the instinct they have. “One of these is not like the other.” Women are probably better at “Where’s Waldo” than men also… …it’s instinct.

Anyways, these are some random personal stories from our past in Thailand. And, yes. Those images above… …all dudes turned dude-ettes in the world renowned Miss Tiffany Universe pageant held in Pattaya, Thailand every year. This year’s pageant just ended and Thailand prides themselves in being open to all sexual preferences, changes, and backgrounds…

Pray for Thailand and it’s mixed up views on sexuality and pride. Pray for us as we minister in this context.

Your Thoughts?

April / May ’10 Newsletter

Brook — Mon, 26 Apr 2010 12:19:24 +0000

Wow, so a lot has been going on! Click the image below to download our latest newsletter and get all the info you ever wanted on how we’ve been, what we’ve been doing, and what’s next for us here in Thailand!

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If you are not currently receiving our newsletters and would like to get them delivered straight to your email inbox, please fill out the online form here!

Thanks for your ongoing prayers and support… Life has been crazy over here and we look forward to sharing more and more about our lives here in Thailand!

Blessings!