#17 again...ok, for the first time...

#17: Blue Ridge Parkway


How many of you can claim the Blue Ridge Parkway as the way that you get from one end of town to the other? We've been privileged to enjoy America's most scenic highway on nearly a daily basis during our time in Asheville. Ever since I was a little girl I have loved the parkway. I recall family trips to the mountains and the terrifying feeling that we might drive off the road and into the clouds at certain points along the parkway. Here in Asheville you can go from the east part of town to the south of the city in mere minutes via the parkway. Head north and climb up to Mt. Mitchell in less than an hour. Great for getting around the city quickly and enjoying a lazy day driving and hiking in God's creation. Are you looking for a laid back vacation? Hop on the parkway in the Shenandoah valley or around Cherokee, NC and drive the full 469 miles of beauty at your leisure...sigh...

Wordless Wednesday

Nigerian Dwarf Goats, also known as West African Dwarf goats. This one is smiling, makes my heart go thump, thump...

In case you were wondering I (Jessica) am really hoping for a goat or two in Liberia...not sure if that is even feasible but I would love it! Anyone wanna teach us about animal husbandry in the meantime?

Weekend Adventure!

The Hoovers have had a whirlwind of a weekend! This past weekend we had the incredible opportunity to share our hearts with the congregation at Conrad Memorial Baptist Church. Conrad is the church that Kyle grew up at in High Point, NC. so we were particularly excited to share the work ahead with these folks. A bonus to this opportunity is that it allowed us to spend time with family (Kyle's parents and grandparents still live in the area) and spread the word about our work in Liberia. After our time at Conrad and a delicious lunch at Nana and Papa's house (Thanks Mom Hoover and Gigi!) we hopped in the Corolla and sped back up the mountain to Marion. Kyle taught the intro to Equip's well drilling class for the spring session and then we motored on up the mountain home. Whew! We need a nap!

*WARNING* I will now take a moment to brag about my wonderful husband!

It is so great to see Kyle sharing his heart with folks about the ministry of mercy to the nations and the journey set before us. It is even more wonderful to see him use his technical knowledge to train folks for the mission field. God has given him such a gift when it comes to teaching! He really knows how to take technical issues and translate it into real world practice. So there you go...He is awesome...now all of you ladies are jealous!

We will share more in the coming days about our weekend journey and I did manage to take a couple of shots of Kyle in action teaching the Equip class so I will post that later too. Thank you to everyone at Conrad that so willingly listened,asked questions about the work ahead, and gave so generously. It is with your prayers, support and love that we can go confidently in the direction that the Lord has called us!

Peace Framily (friends and family),
The Hoovers