An End, A Beginning

Posted by on Mar 8, 2013 in Re-Entry | 2 Comments
An End, A Beginning

Our sabbatical year is officially over. The fact that we are sad to close the circle is but a sign of the incredible year it has been. As we completed moving our household belongings out of storage, and into a new apartment, an odd but cleansing feeling washed over me. We are rested, we are renewed, and we are ready. Our year out of the norm has given us an opportunity to see our home town, our lifestyle, and our own global citizenship with new eyes. Grateful for all that transpires (easy and difficult), we know that every experience contributes to our learning. Now settling into a home space that is half the size of the house we lived in for nine years, we are happy to unpack our bags and call it “home.” Our intent is to maintain the healthy habits and balanced lifestyle that we enjoyed immensely in Ecuador.

The kids have settled back into their schools in Asheville. Bob started a job with WNC Alliance this week and Carrie is working on a couple of global education contracts. We will cherish our memories of Peru and Ecuador forever. We end one of the most amazing years of our lives, and begin the next chapter with peace and  gratitude. Thanks to all of you who rooted us on and affirmed our decision to Go, Give, and Learn. We look forward to rooting you on in fulfilling your dreams as well.

Wagners with Sally at Mims

2 Comments

  1. Sharon Parker
    March 13, 2013

    I have immensely enjoyed the chronicles of your great adventure and greatly admire your faith and courage to undertake such a journey. Your boys have received an invaluable education and I can only imagine more great adventures and new heights of achievement in their future! I wish you well as you settle back into Asheville and will be waiting to see where God leads you next!

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  2. Jo Jo
    March 13, 2013

    Nice photos for your return home shot. Glad to hear Bob has a job with WNC Alliance. Woody thinks very highly of that organization.

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