Friday, July 1, 2011

3 year visas!

We spent April and May in the States to renew our visas.  This means we have already been here in Northern Ireland for 2 years!  Amazing, how time has simply flown by.

We had allowed 2 months due to the UK website stating the average time to process a visa is 4 weeks, so we thought we'd allow even more time.  Well, we applied on a Tuesday and that Thursday received emails stating that our visas had been approved and were in the mail - we were so relieved and shocked at the speed.  The Lord knew we needed extra time to spend with our family and friends.

We had a wonderful trip, spent a lot of time with our families in Washington State and California. 


Thank you all so much for praying for our trip. 


Rick, sister Sherry, aunt Joani and Cousin Wendy 

Rick and his mom

Jason, Cindy, Kristen, Dave, Jim, Sherry & Rick


Cindy's brother, Dave and her  dad

niece Katie, nephew Dave, brother Dave, Cindy, niece Jen, Dad and sister Linda

Cindy's parents enjoying lunch at the park
Our son, Daniel and us
As well as were able to spend time with many friends.


Rick and long time friend, Bill


In Cafe at Calvary Chapel Murrieta Conf Center/ Bible College
Us and The Lee's, Daniel, Teri & Ray
  
Jan & Frances
Lunch with friends at Refuge's Couples Retreat
Our dear friend, Jan from Northern Ireland came for 2 weeks while we were in California...she had a total blast!
Ray, Mike, Larry and Rick - an evening at Dave & Busters

Paul and Laura blessed us with a trip to the Queen Mary
Shepherd's Heart Care Team BBQ - We thank the Lord for these guys everyday!!
Great time with dear friends
Sharing at CC Norco