communication

On Sharing the Wins Overseas–and Ideas to Do It Well

"And that," I told the refugee students in front of me--tears hovering in my eyes as my hands lowered after…

1 year ago

Language Learning: Why to Speak their Heart-Language, Part II

Missed Part I? Grab it here. My husband and I sat with a friend who'd spent years in Japan as…

2 years ago

Cultural Frustration: Dealing with Potholes of Missionary Life

A global-worker friend from Nepal sent me a Marco Polo recently. She described a day of local handymen installing appliances…

2 years ago

One Way to Tell People You Love You’re Going Overseas

Seared in my memory is the moment we mentioned to my husband’s side of the family we were considering moving…

3 years ago

Why to Learn Their Heart-Language, Even if They Speak Yours: Part II

Missed Part I? Grab it here. My husband and I sat with a friend who'd spent years in Japan as…

5 years ago

#WFMW: Telling People You Love You’re Going Overseas

Ever had a friend whose passion occasionally outpaced his good judgment? Maybe you’re like, Dude. I love your heart. But…

7 years ago