m&m

We've had a couple of housemates around here recently. Mark and Melissa are a married couple who are in the US to raise financial support so that they can return to the middle east as missionaries. At the end of July they found themselves without housing so I offered them some space in our home. They have graciously put up with a basement re-model, children crying in the middle of the night, and Donovan letting himself into the bathroom while they showered. Through it all they are helpful, kind and genuinely enjoy the kids. Of course, O and D adore them and the extra attention they get. They are currently at about 90% of their goal and I have a feeling they will be leaving us soon. I feel mixed about them leaving. I rejoice that they will soon return to the middle east where they long to be. But I will miss these dear friends. It has been an honor and privilege to know them and share our home with them.