Back in the US

Hello Friends and Family,

We are excited (and ready) to be back in the US for a short few months. Doug arrived in Minnesota in early May and Kelley will return  with Isaac after he finishes up the school year at Xi'an International School (in late May). Please pray that time will go fast (we hate being apart!).

It has been a hectic but blessed year for us. Thank you to everyone who so graciously helped us to get to Thailand for medical needs. It was a huge blessing to have so many of you support us in that urgent need. We can't thank you enough.

Another Goal for Nate (#25)

Doug has already been able to spend time with the U.S. Samuelson kids since his return. He is having the time of his life watching several of Nate's lacrosse games. (Doug reports 5 goals in the last 3 games!)

 

Renee at Lake Minnetonka

And watching Renee race in a sailing regatta!











Carly graduates from St. Thomas later this month and has recently accepted a position in a Minnesota film company that makes documentary movies. Liza is wrapping up her sophomore year at St. Thomas and is talking about the possibility of taking some time off next year to explore the world before declaring a major. 

Isaac as "Prospero" in Shakspear's The Tempest

In Xi'an, Isaac has had a great year sophomore year. This spring he was the lead in The Tempest ("Prospero") and did a great job with memorizing about 200 lines and monologues. This summer he will work as a counselor at Hidden Acres Camp in Iowa.

We are so blessed to have such talented kids!



We are excited to be back in the US for a few months and are hoping to see all of you. Be sure to check out the calendar section of our blog to see when we will be in your area.

Also, take a look at the updated needs list and prayer list to see other ways that you can support us.

We are so blessed to have such wonderful friends and family who support us in our calling.

We hope to see you soon!