Shannon has always said that home is where your stuff is. That saying comes from 12 years of missionary life. We have learned to make a home where ever we are: in staff housing, in a tent, in a temporary home overseas, a shipping container, at my sister’s house over extended holidays and so many more places. This summer, our home has been a beautiful 1830’s farmhouse in Bainbridge, Ohio. We moved in at the same time my niece and her family did. They started renting the farm the beginning of June and invited us to live with them for the summer before we leave for Cambodia. When they first offered at Christmas last year, we thought they were being sweet and kind, but knew they couldn’t be serious. Who does that? Who opens their home to another family to share for nearly three months? But we soon found out they were very serious and very intent on us knowing that we were not only welcome, but loved and wanted. This was just the place our hearts needed to continue to heal and prepare for the next season of our life. I can’t adequately express in words how peaceful, serene and beautiful it is here and being with family is priceless. At least once a day, we are reassured that we have not worn out our welcome, which is beyond amazing considering we are not a quiet presence in the home. LOL They have been so intentional at making us feel at home here. It’s amazing how easily a place can feel that way so easily.
This past weekend, we hosted a family reunion for my side of the family. We had close to 50 people here for the weekend and had such a wonderful time together. We had not all been together since my grandmother’s funeral 12 years ago. So many precious memories are being made on this farm in such a short time.
We leave for Cambodia in four short weeks and we send Madison back to college next week. I am not ready for the summer to come to an end. I am not prepared to begin the process of saying “good-bye”–especially to the nieces and nephews that we have had so much fun playing with this summer. However, we are excited to move and begin our life in Cambodia. I am so thankful for technology that will keep us all close and connected.
I am so thankful God can make us “at home” where ever He sends us. I am also so thankful for my permanent, eternal home in Heaven where y’all are always welcome to come sit on my porch and visit for a while. Oh, how beautiful Heaven must be!
such beautiful pictures. A few tears are being shed, not because you are leaving but thinking of sitting on the porch in heave with you and my wonderful husband, KRAMER 🙂 Also thinking of you leaving family but know God will be with them and you. You are loved by so many and so many prayers goes up each day for the Bobb family. Enjoy this month
I love every bit of this?? This blesses me so much to hear updates on your lives. You will never know what a blessing you have been to me. I can’t wait to hear your next update. God speed to your family ??
I love reading all your adventures even being at peace on a farm! I definitely hope you will write a book some day. I love the Bobb family. Prayers always.
Not enough words to describe the impact the Bobb Family has had on me. A tremendous witness, example of what being sold out to the Lord is all about, testimony, and on and on. We know that God is leading you, He is in front of your family and will not forsake you. Love you guys so much, and continued prayer for you.
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Sorry…those were supposed to be Hearts, as in I love hearing about your journey!
I love this! It warmed my heart to hear about all the love you shared with your family last weekend. It has been so good to have you all home. I’m sure while you’re in Cambodia, you can pull some of the memories you’ve made from your memory vault and it will get you through the tough times. I’m so thankful that you had this time to experience with your friends and family before you leave. We love you all and of course, you are always in our prayers!
Talk about PROUD??Yep, & Blessed! You have always been a special gift from God ever since you were little! You were always happiest in church whether you were in Sunday school or competition with Pastor in learning Bible verses! God us truly Blessed out family with the sweet family you & Shag have created! The weekend was the BEST! Precious Memories to make the next 3 years of not being together bearable! PRAYERS daily! You know you are LOVED! Be Sweet Zoe??
He’s a good father that takes care of us in ways that we don’t even know we need. So grateful you’ve had this time of real rest and refreshment. Praying for your hearts over the next month of goodbyes and transition.
Such a great weekend spend with family. We will need to get altogether when you all come back. I know that God will use all of you and watch over you all while away from family. Look forward to your funny stories. You always have a story to tell and makes everyone laugh till we cry. LOVE ALL OF YOU AND TAKE CARE. God will be with you and have His hands on you. GOD BLESS YOU
Where do I begin? You and I have always had a special bond and I love you dearly. You and Shag never cease to amaze me! Your dedication to God is so uplifting to me. You have blessed my life in so many ways! You are an encouragement to me and my life is better because you’re in it. I’m going to miss you while you’re gone but I know that you will be richly rewarded for your sacrifice. You , Shag and the kids are all in my prayers. I’m PROUD to call you cousin and I promise to keep you bathed in prayer. May God bless and keep you.
Our God is so amazing. The way He provided a beautiful place for your family to live this summer. Allowing you to work at the camp and attend council. It has been such a blessing to have you home. I love your smiling faces. May God bless your beautiful family and keep you all safe.
Love you. Barb! You have such a special place in our hearts!
Thank you, Terena! You are always such an encouragement!
LOL about writing a book-maybe a comic book! hahaha
Thanks for your love, prayers and encouragement! You are such a blessing to us!
Rodney, thanks for always praying for us! We love you!
lol. thanks, Nancy! We love telling God’s story!