URGENT Prayer for Ronnie

While I would love to spend time telling you all about the last few days of my Germany trip, it will have to wait. Right now I am asking that you take a moment and pray for Ronnie. I'm sure this short blog will lead you with a lot of questions, but unfortunately, neither Ronnie nor I can answer them.

Ronnie dropped my off at the Frankfurt airport yesterday afternoon (German time which is 6hrs ahead of IN). As I made my way back to the US, Ronnie took a train back to the base. He began to not feel well in the evening. He said it was minor chest pain. He went to the store and, on the way back, collapsed. He said it was like getting stabbed in the chest but it sent a pain surging through his left arm and up his neck. He cant remember what happened after that or how long he laid there, but he woke up to some guys dragging him through the woods and asking him how long he had been there and what had happened. they got him to the base clinic and called an ambulance which took him to the closest hospital.

He had/has paralysis on his left side in his arm and something wrong with his left eye. He can move a couple fingers now, but his arm is still limp. The doctors have been running tests. His MRI and CAT Scan came back fine. He is waiting to see/hear from a neurologist in the morning that will hopefully be able to explain the results of another shock-type test.

Please, please pray for Ronnie as he goes through all of this. I know he feels very alone in it all because he is so far away and I'm sure that is scary too. Also pray that the doctors will find out what is wrong quickly and that it will be an easy fix. Also, we are not sure what the Army will do with all of this. Your prayers are coveted. Thank you.

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A Practical Treasure

Ronnie and I have seen probably 7 or 8 different Catholic Cathedrals since I have been here in Germany. Each is unique. Some are decorated with wood carvings while others are coated with Gold. One even had skeletons in glass caskets all around! Despite the differences, the Cathedrals are all treasures.

A relationship with Christ use to be something treasured, much like these cathedrals. It was worth a high price; it was a sacrifice. But somewhere along the way the beautiful treasure became untouchable; too valuable to be of everyday importance. It lost its practicality. Later down the line, some people rediscovered the practicality of the treasure and began allowing it to be used again, but soon the treasure was no longer seen as a treasure but as normal. It lost its beauty and its value. We are called to treasure what Christ has done for us as well as grow daily in relationship with him. A relationship with Christ is both practical and beautiful, and these Cathedrals helped me to remember that.

From Planes and Taxis to Trains, Oh my!

My first time on a German train was a lot of fun! We did have a bit of an adventure though... our train was late to our first stop so we missed our next train. But, after a brief panic we were on our way. Ronnie was great at making sure we found out were to go for the next one. Eventually, we made it to Vilseck. What a fun day!

The Bon Hof

First Day: Frankfurt

I made it to Germany safe and sound and Ronnie met me at the airport. The flights were long but it was fun to be on such a big airplane! I have never flown over the Ocean before.

We spent our first day (Saturday, July 4th-the day after I left because of the time difference) touring around Frankfurt. We walked through several huge, ornate Cathedrals, got ice cream at a little shop, and saw the city from the top of a skyscraper. What fun!

Grandma Olga is in town visiting this week from PANAMA. It has been several years since we have seen her. We met up with my other grandparents today at Cracker Barrel so they could see her too. :)

Back: Me, PawPaw Meyers
Front: Grandma Meyers, Cori, Shelby, Grandma Concepcion

So...

I'm going to Germany on Friday to visit Ronnie!!!! Be back on the 12th!

Learning the Lingo

So apparently a platoon is larger than a unit and a company is larger than a platoon. What does that meant to me? Diddley-Squat. I am new to this whole Army thing, and so is Ronnie. It has been quite an adjustment for us both. While the six hour time difference is high on the list of complications, it is certainly not the worst thing on the menue. For Ronnie, drunken roommates and precious little oxygen due to chain smoking is a constant frustration. For me, finding out that "the military is not the organized business I thought it was" is a frustration. But in the midst of it all, God is there; we just have to remember to see him. Please pray for Ronnie to find good company ASAP and that he will be able to adjust to life in Germany and life as a soldier with few major inconveniences. Also, pray that God would continue to shower us in his peace as we follow his voice. Thanks!

Happy.... All-in-one Day!

We headed up to Ft. Wayne this weekend with the whole family to see Grandma and PawPaw for Father's Day. It was fun seeing them and celebrating all the missed birthdays as well as Father's day. :-D
PS~ I definitely have the best daddy ever. period.

BABY CAPRI!

We got to see the baby of our close family friend Danielle the other day. Isn't she precious!!!???!!!

Capri Elizabeth Bruno

Born June 10th, 11:12am
5lbs 10oz, 19 inches

Full House

MY FAMILY IS HOME!

...though it wasn't the best of flights, at least for the luggage. One bag split open completely damaging a lot of what was in it and causing a tube of toothpaste to smear over the rest of the contents. On top of that, tonight we discovered a lovely container of cinnamon, carefully wrapped and in a zip-lock, exploded in a clothing suitcase. Fun. Delta will be hearing from us. There is no way that all happened from "normal" luggage transfer... something major happened.

Regardless, I am happy to have my family permanently residing in Indiana.

Please pray that the transition will continue to be smooth(er) as we register the girls for school, look for cars, get unpacked, and as Dad starts his new job on Friday.