Goat Taco Anyone?

Okay...I admit it. My perspective of normal has been slightly adjusted since arriving in Mexico. I realized this last Saturday when I stopped at a taco stand to eat lunch with my friend. Now, I've eaten some unusual cuisine here in Oaxaca. I've tried gusano (worm), chapilines (fried grasshoppers), elote (corn with mayo, chili powder and lime juice), and green chicken soup with the whole chicken in it. So, Saturday, as we sat down to dine on goat tacos, I couldn't help but think that it seemed fairly normal.
In a lot of ways, I'm grateful for that. I'm thankful that life here has begun to feel more settled and not always so shocking as it was when I first arrived. It's good that God is bringing me to a point of acceptance here. It's so exciting to see His hand at work. Yes, there are still times when I roll my eyes and think, "Why do they do it THAT way?" But even in those moments, I am still so thankful to be here.

And, each day, I am thankful for your sacrifice and care because I see that God has a reason for me being here and you have made that physically possible. I see relationships growing and I am grateful for the doors God has opened for further ministry with Mexican nationals, as well as, my continued work at OCS.

Please continue to pray that God will direct my steps and show me His will for the future. At this point, I would like to stay longer, but please continue to pray that God will supply for my needs. Thank you!

Please let me know if I can ever pray specifically for you or your family. You have done so much to bless my life and to further the ministry here in Oaxaca, but please allow me to partner in prayer for your needs, as well.

Janene