We have had a wonderful summer in the United States. It has been absolutely packed with meetings and busy Sunday's, but we have been blessed to spend time with friends and family and have also had opportunity to make many new friends.
It's already time for us to return to China, so we want to take a moment to update you on the amazing summer we have had. There's no way we can capture it all, but this gives you just a glimpse into our lives this summer. (also see the "Summer 2013" pictures to the right)
In the midst of a packed schedule Doug had a wonderful summer spending time with the USA Samuelson kids. Going out to eat, camping in thunderstorms (on Father's Day), going to Como Park with Liza and the kids she nanny's, and.....
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| Father's Day |
being part of the welcoming of the newest family member.... Carly's dog Quincy!
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| Look out! New driver on the road! |
Isaac had a great summer working as a counselor at Hidden Acres Camp in Iowa. He also completed drivers ed and is now a licensed driver!
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| Isaac as a counselor |
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| Shopping in the US! |
Shopping in the US is so much easier than China!
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| Kelley at Iowa Father's Day Celebration |
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| John Schuler at his Maple Grove store. |
We were blessed by such generous and creative support! One example is John and Nancy Schuler (Schuler Shoes) outfitting our family with shoes for an entire year of walking in China!
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| We won't be seeing this for a while!!! |
It's going to be hard to leave behind amazing meals,
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| Iowa Farm Fields |
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| Washington State Sunrise |
beautiful scenery, fresh air, most of all... you!
