Wow. Lazy Beach certainly was a tropical paradise. Lazy Beach is a stretch of beach, maybe half a mile long with 10 bungalows and then a big patio which is a lounge area and restaurant. There is no internet, no television, no telephones, so you almost have no choice but to just relax. There are even hammocks on the porches of the bungalows. The Holbeches, Josh and I had such a good time. One of my favourite things was the Tucay geckos, which are large blue lizards with orange spots. They eat insects and small rodents, which is definitely a handy quality on a tropical island which is full of tropical little creatures. One of the Tucay geckos stayed in our bungalow where he happily stuck to a post near our bed. We were hoping that he would snack on the rat that was living under the second bed.

  The island is now just a fond memory as we find ourselves back in the hustle and bustle of city life in Phnom Penh. The island did host a great moment of refreshment between me and the Lord, which is still warming me on the inside, even as I type this.

Jason and Kellie Holbeche just left yesterday, and Josh and I are back full-swing, teaching in the school to the children and the young adults. For the time being, we are the only missionaries at New Life in Christ Church (a team just left) and there is much to be done in one day. But His love drives us, and His presence keeps us going strong. We pray for more and more love...more love for Him, more revelation of His love for us and more love for His precious people. It is not the need that energizes us, but it is His love that He has lit aflame in our hearts. Where else can we go? What else can we do but just surrender our lives and small ambitions to serve Him?

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