In this third part episode of UNCUT CONVERSATIONS, I share more about my experience during my first mission in Guinea-Bissau: the one time I felt fear, eyes that can see in the dark and a broken record of unwanted cuts. This is part 3 of a 3-part series, and all while I’m undoing my braids. … Continue reading [UC0010] My First Mission in Guinea-Bissau (Part 3) | UNCUT CONVERSATIONS
[UC0009] My First Mission in Guinea-Bissau (Part 2) | UNCUT CONVERSATIONS
In this second part episode of UNCUT CONVERSATIONS, I share more about my experience during my first mission in Guinea-Bissau. I explain how I make my own shea butter hair mixture, how Guinea Bissau welcomed me with my favourite fruit, and how our arrival in the village Tabanane went. This is part 2 of a … Continue reading [UC0009] My First Mission in Guinea-Bissau (Part 2) | UNCUT CONVERSATIONS
[UC0008] My First Mission in Guinea Bissau (Part 1) | UNCUT CONVERSATIONS
In this episode of UNCUT CONVERSATIONS, I share more about my experience during my first mission in Guinea-Bissau. I spoke about the duration, how my feelings were hurt when being called “white”, and about how Africa always had a place in my heart. This is part 1 of a 3-part series, and all while I’m … Continue reading [UC0008] My First Mission in Guinea Bissau (Part 1) | UNCUT CONVERSATIONS
[UC0007] What I Wrote 8 Years Ago, I Live Today | UNCUT CONVERSATIONS
In this episode of UNCUT CONVERSATIONS, I read a couple of pages from my personal journal while being back in Guiné-Bissau on my second mission. It took me a little longer to post this episode than I wanted, due to the file being too big for the internet I have here to handle. Also, this … Continue reading [UC0007] What I Wrote 8 Years Ago, I Live Today | UNCUT CONVERSATIONS
Mission 2.0 – A Post-Note
See what I did there? Not a side note, as I said last time was the last time. So, this time, a post-note. And it actually is. The title fits better. I guess we will be going back and forth a bit. Back to the weeks I spent in Guiné-Bissau and then back to the … Continue reading Mission 2.0 – A Post-Note
Mission 2.0 – Week 3: “The Walk of Faith is A Balanced Blend of Prayer and Action”
Tuesday 25 November It’s 15:56h, and I want to take a shower, go to bed and cry. I guess that means I have to write. The day is not over yet, but it’s been a challenge so far. We are still in the phase of explaining to people that the consultation days are Monday, Wednesday … Continue reading Mission 2.0 – Week 3: “The Walk of Faith is A Balanced Blend of Prayer and Action”
Mission 2.0 – Okay, One Last Side Note
Last one, before we continue with the weeks, which I have started preparing already. The last time I explained the hectic and gave you the short version of all that happened the past weeks. This time, a short update. I am slowly getting back. And it's nice. I am taking my time and also allowing … Continue reading Mission 2.0 – Okay, One Last Side Note
Mission 2.0 – Another Side Note
Yes, another side note. Because I’m not completely back yet, but getting there. And I will definitely still share all I want to. All there is to share. And it’s a lot! These last months, have been a rollercoaster. No other way to put it yet. Since my last side note I have rested in … Continue reading Mission 2.0 – Another Side Note
[UC0002] Amigos Que Têm Diarreia juntos, Vão Ser Amigos Para Sempre | UNCUT CONVERSATIONS with Mamadu
In this episode I have a conversation with Mamadu Seide, from the Tabanane village in Guinea Bissau. Which is where I was in the month of May for two weeks. Mamadu was practically my right hand during my days working in the village as a missionary midwife. As the language spoken in the village is … Continue reading [UC0002] Amigos Que Têm Diarreia juntos, Vão Ser Amigos Para Sempre | UNCUT CONVERSATIONS with Mamadu
Mission 2.0 – Week 2: Sunk Into Reality
Tuesday 18 November One week today! I woke up better, prayed about the day before and today and delivered everything, including my feelings, into Christ's hands. After my devotional, I took a shower and put my nursing clothing on as I would attend some pregnant ladies today. The plan was for me to start the … Continue reading Mission 2.0 – Week 2: Sunk Into Reality