With two slight differences from the movie… : 1) my roommate did not forget me, and 2) more importantly I was not fighting off two robbers who were trying to break in. But I was living alone in Ukraine for the first time ever. For a little over one week, my roommate was out of town and I was on my own. In some ways it felt great because I could have some alone time. For all those who know me well, you know these times are important for me to experience occasionally. Ironically, in spite of my desire to be alone, I found that I truly missed the presence of my roommate. Natasha, my roommate, knows five or six English words and very seldom uses them, so it’s not like we have lengthy conversations when we are both at home. Nevertheless, I have a feeling of reassurance when she’s around, knowing that someone is there in case I need something. As I reflect on this experience I know God gave me a snapshot of the future. This summer I may have another opportunity to be living alone for a few weeks, rehearsing for the eventuality of living solo when I move to Rivne. I love the way God prepares me for what He knows is to come. And in the end, I know I am never truly alone, because God says He will never leave me nor forsake me. I have added some new pictures to Facebook (facebook link) with a few highlights of spring and my life in Ukraine.
http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=82587&id=550104316&l=5bb6883da2
11 responses so far ↓
1 Pastor Covington // May 26, 2009 at 11:32 am
Your Facebook photo’s are great! Looking forward to seeing you this summer.
Ee-soos lyoo-bit’ vas – ref:”Please, no more food”
I still use the Book
2 Carolyn R. O'Bryant // May 26, 2009 at 12:02 pm
I am happy to hear all is well and you are adjusting even when its only you in the home. Remember Gods presence is everywhere at all times. As I continue to develop an intimate relationship with Christ I recognize that there are times when God wants us all to Himself with no interruptions.
Your always in my prayers,
Carolyn
3 Winnie // May 26, 2009 at 12:33 pm
Tania, it was really good hearing from you and knowing that you are well. It looks like things are going really great. We wish you the very best.
Winnie
4 Corrine Davis // May 26, 2009 at 12:43 pm
Glad to hear from you as usual. Happy everything is still going well. Enjoy your quiet time. You are in my prayers.
Love You,
Corrine Davis
5 Minister Sylvia Taylor // May 26, 2009 at 3:25 pm
Good to hear from you but the first thing that flashed into my mind when I saw your page was this song: NEVER ALONE
I DON’T HAVE TO WORRY CAUSE, I’M NEVER ALONE
NEVER ALONE, I DON’T HAVE TO WORRY CAUSE, I’M NEVER ALONE
NEVER ALONE OOOOO!
V1. HE WALKS BESIDES ME, ALL THE WAY
HE GUIDES MY FOOT STEPS EVERYDAY ( BACK TO CHORUS)
V2HE WALKS BESIDES ME ALL THE WAY,
HE GUIDES MY FOOT STEPS EVERYDAY
NEVER AGAIN WILL I BE INSECURE ANYMORE,NEVER AGAIN
NEVER AGAIN, WILL I BE INSECURE ANYMORE,NEVER AGAIN
VAMP: NEVER! (REPEAT AS DIRECTED)
HE WALKS BESIDE ME, ALL THE WAY, HE GUIDES MY FOOT STEPS EVERYDAY
NEVER ALONE
I DON’T HAVE TO WORRY CAUSE I’M NEVER ALONE
END:
NEVER ALONE
6 Minister Sylvia Taylor // May 26, 2009 at 3:28 pm
Keep the faith and trust in God. Continually in my prayers
Minister Sylvia Taylor
7 Keisha Wells // May 26, 2009 at 5:02 pm
Hey Tania! I am pleased to see you enjoying yourself in the Ukraine. The pictures you sent were amazing! Lemme guess you only captured a small piece of the land! The land seems so serene, peaceful and beautiful; just as you described. And so do the people….and the food. How’d they get such decorative easter eggs?! I look forward to learning more about the world as I live vicariously through you! Continue to thrive and be blessed.
love
keisha
8 Necie Canady // May 26, 2009 at 9:13 pm
Hey Tania,
So glad to hear that u are doing good. Girl enjoy the alone time. Mom and Dad are in town. We are having a Graduation party for Jada, Ana and Jimmy in June.I’m always thinking about u. I miss YOU!! Take Care!!!!!
9 Catrina // May 27, 2009 at 11:49 am
Tania,
It is so good to hear from you. I’m glad to know you are adjusting well to your new environment. I love your pictures, To God be the Glory and Honor. I pray for God’s continued blessing to be upon you and take care.
10 Paula Staton // May 27, 2009 at 1:35 pm
Hey Girl,
It is so good to hear from you, I know how it is we treasure time alone, but then we start to “feel”it. lol…You are in our prayers and I am so proud and excited for you! God prepares us in some hilarious ways. I love how you stated you and your roomate don’t talk much, but her presence was missed.
Things here are going well, I started a new job..BIG adjustment- still doing hair but I am employed by a day spa and salon as lead stylist. Having to wait for a paycheck !LOL
Ben is growing fast…I will send you a picture if we ever take the family one!
Love ya girlie!
11 Amy // Apr 23, 2010 at 5:53 am
Good to hear from you but the first thing that flashed into my mind when I saw your page was this song: NEVER ALONE
I DON’T HAVE TO WORRY CAUSE, I’M NEVER ALONE
NEVER ALONE, I DON’T HAVE TO WORRY CAUSE, I’M NEVER ALONE
NEVER ALONE OOOOO!
V1. HE WALKS BESIDES ME, ALL THE WAY
HE GUIDES MY FOOT STEPS EVERYDAY ( BACK TO CHORUS)
V2HE WALKS BESIDES ME ALL THE WAY,
HE GUIDES MY FOOT STEPS EVERYDAY
NEVER AGAIN WILL I BE INSECURE ANYMORE,NEVER AGAIN
NEVER AGAIN, WILL I BE INSECURE ANYMORE,NEVER AGAIN
VAMP: NEVER! (REPEAT AS DIRECTED)
HE WALKS BESIDE ME, ALL THE WAY, HE GUIDES MY FOOT STEPS EVERYDAY
NEVER ALONE
I DON’T HAVE TO WORRY CAUSE I’M NEVER ALONE
END:
NEVER ALONE
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