Mom's visit to Mongolia

Mom and I at the Chinggis Khan statue in the main square, Sukhbaatar Square

Miigaa and his mom on left and my mom with Bulgan, both doing great after surgery in Illinois

Mom with Nasa, who works for SP and her three boys

Mom with Nasa

Mom with my best Mongolian friend and her family

Mom at the CHP mother's Christmas party

Mom with the SP staff in Mongolia

New Years Party

Visiting a well in the countryside

Attempting to sled, but snow was too deep

Burwell Family, who I spent Christmas with

  What a great blessing my mom was able to visit Mongolia just before Christmas.  She was given the opportunity to transport a group back after two boys had successful heart surgery in Illinois.  They were great travelers and the trip to Mongolia went so smoothly.  Then I had three days to show my mom my work, meet some families, friends, and coworkers, and enjoy some time together.  It was so special for me for her to see what I am passionate about.  My calling is here in Mongolia now, so I am thankful she could see why.  We celebrated an early Christmas together which I loved.   
  Then I went to the countryside to visit some friends who work in the remote countryside.  Although I missed my family, I enjoyed being able to celebrate with dear friends and their children.  For two days, we just hung out, played games, ate good food, and enjoyed God's creation.  The bus trip there and back went smoothly which was a huge blessing.
  Work is going well.  We are thankful for 6 children going to the US and Canada in early 2013.  One in particular is very sick so please pray for the Lord to sustain these children until surgery and also pray for the 4 urgent children awaiting surgery.   
  Happy New Year!
Emily