We have been back in Texas for about a month now. We have loved reconnecting with the family and friends we missed so much. We had an amazing time in Amsterdam working in the red light district and the YWAM base there. The Alabaster Project held several jewelry workshops for the ladies that are no longer in prostitution and we were able to help one of them get on her feet by getting into an apartment. The timing for us to be back here in Texas is perfect! We need to get the word out about the Alabaster Project and how it is helping women who are at risk. We are working on getting things ready to go into local churches and boutiques to see who maybe interested in selling the jewelry. This is crucial we can't help these precious ladies unless people know about our jewelry and buy it :)
Just this morning I was reading an article from CNN about human trafficking and the more I learn the more I know we will make a difference in these ladies lives that need it so desperatley. In this particular article it talked about a trafficker that was on trial and this is what he had to say to the judge "People are so much easier (to traffic) than drugs," the man replied. "The sentencing is a lot less, and you can just kick them and they'll do what you say." There is an estimated 10-30 million people that are in slavery to a man like this. We must raise awareness and do something about this! Remember the story about the star fish although there were hundreds of them on the beach by throwing one back in the man was helping that one. Human trafficking is huge and if we can help one we will make a difference in that one ladies life.
On a personal note we are all doing wonderful! Micah is learning more each and everyday. He is such a joy! Ryan is waiting to hear back from HR on a position this fall. The pregnancy is going great; I am 25 weeks along. Our renters are looking to close on a house this month and we should be back in our house July 1st. This will be a stretch financially, so please continue to pray for us.
Just this morning I was reading an article from CNN about human trafficking and the more I learn the more I know we will make a difference in these ladies lives that need it so desperatley. In this particular article it talked about a trafficker that was on trial and this is what he had to say to the judge "People are so much easier (to traffic) than drugs," the man replied. "The sentencing is a lot less, and you can just kick them and they'll do what you say." There is an estimated 10-30 million people that are in slavery to a man like this. We must raise awareness and do something about this! Remember the story about the star fish although there were hundreds of them on the beach by throwing one back in the man was helping that one. Human trafficking is huge and if we can help one we will make a difference in that one ladies life.
On a personal note we are all doing wonderful! Micah is learning more each and everyday. He is such a joy! Ryan is waiting to hear back from HR on a position this fall. The pregnancy is going great; I am 25 weeks along. Our renters are looking to close on a house this month and we should be back in our house July 1st. This will be a stretch financially, so please continue to pray for us.
