Ukraine has talent and so does the Ark!

If you like history and art then you will definitely want to take the time to watch the video in the link below. Ukraine definitely does have talent! Our kids at the Ark have tons of talent as well. This summer we had our own contest – “The Ark has Talent!” I have included several [...]

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Fall celebration at the Ark!

Recently we had a celebration of the Fall season in typical Ukrainian style. The kids were dressed in traditional Ukrainian costumes, danced, sang, and “operated” a bazaar (outdoor market). It was truly a cultural evening and they enjoyed it immensely! We try to teach them about their culture and help them experience it as well. [...]

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T’was the month before Christmas…

Someone sent me this and at first I thought it was too early to post it but then decided nope it’s definitely NOT too early. So here goes…
“T’was the month before Christmas when all through our land,
Not a Christian was praying nor taking a stand.
See the PC Police had taken away,
The reason for Christmas – [...]

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Birthday celebration at the Ark

Well, I said I was back a month ago but sad to say I didn’t quite make it. Being on vacation and then getting caught up on the happenings on the Ark were priority. Now that I am back in Kiev maybe it will be easier…we’ll see how it goes. No promises!
A week ago we [...]

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I’m back…

Well, after a long break from blogging I have decided to return. Just had too much to do and that combined with traveling for vacation just didn’t allow time for blogging. Maybe some of you are interested in knowing what’s been going on lately. Here’s a brief update and there will be more later. Actually [...]

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Stand by me…

Just a little something to bring a smile to my face is what I was looking for tonight as I did some web surfing. I came upon this video that I believe many will thoroughly enjoy. Exactly how this was all recorded remains a mystery but I can imagine they had a great time doing [...]

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Presidential elections

Interesting that even though today America is 233 years old today (and I am very thankful to be an American!) my mind is on the upcoming presidential elections in Ukraine. Here’s the latest news in case the Western news networks haven’t kept you updated.
Ukraine Parliament set the date for the next presidential election – January [...]

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Summer teams

Introducing a team of summer interns – Erin, Daniel (a/k/a DJ), and Twila. Although they are from very different backgrounds and from 3 different states, they are quite the team! ACTS is an acronym for Attitude, Cooperation, Training, Service. I am amazed and blessed at how quickly they have bonded with each other and are [...]

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Songs Across the Storm

I can across this verse recently and thought it was well worth sharing with many. As I read it my heart was deeply touched with a heart piercing reminder that really no matter what is happening in my life, nevertheless, God’s love and His assuring voice strums gently the strings of my heart. And for [...]

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Just exactly what does it mean?

Just had to share this street sign from a small city in southern Ukraine. Your guess is as good as mine as to what they are trying to communicate to the driver.

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