Once upon a time there were two crazy kids....... and proving God has a sense of humor mixed in with His promise that those whom He chooses, He justifies, sanctifies and glorifies, here now we stand, we can do no more. After serving the enemy for over 30 years each, then serving God by raising a family and working hard for the money, this Dave and Sabina duo are beginning a new chapter in their book of life. A new season. New phase. Unknown to us, but thankfully known & orchestrated by God Himself, who is the author and finisher of our faith. Which faith we are about to be tried and tested in as we step out into this unknown. May we humble ourselves and follow where He leads.
Hello from beautiful desert-like Yuma!
Where palms and mimosas do play;
Where often is heard
The mourning dove’s word
And the skies are not cloudy all day.
After many-miles-per-day our first week away, then visiting with friends and grandsons the next ten days, we are settled here at The Southern Mesa for a few weeks.
The Pacific Coast Highway is stunning! We headed West from Eugene and then South….all the way to Malibu. Snake roads and white knuckles ruled. We prayed like The Good Book says: fervently and without ceasing. The Airstream only took a few small hits, one of which we’ll just say is our initiation toll. Learning….learning….learning. Sometimes just feet away from the edge of the cliff - the very high cliff skirting the wide and wild ocean, and sometimes inland a bit, but always a challenge and opportunity. Although being able to say we accomplished it the first time out, we’ll also be able to say once is enough (with a trailer in tow, anyway).
But the Deep Blue Sea never disappoints. Wave watching is mesmerizing. Good thing I wasn’t driving. (Dave did an amazing job, btw) We were hoping to see whales, as it is their migrating season, but even though we had a few possible binocular moments, it was not to be. However…..
Hues of blue and shades of green, were some I’m sure I’ve never seen.
Little towns along the way, forgotten except by those who stay.
Liberal and leftover hippie, peaceniks dotted the landscape like daisy chains. Signs announced their views quite blatantly and we could smell some funny stuff.
I’d have to say the one overnight by the lighthouse was the best. Possibly the price to stay - free - helped our enjoyment. We fell asleep to the ocean’s lull after a gorgeous sunset; and awoke to walk 15 feet, coffee in hand, to overlook the tiny cove and watch the waves come rolling in. SO peaceful.
But we had to move on….
Southern Cal is well……Southern Cal. Tons of traffic, expensive everything. Despite that, we shared some great times with some great friends we hadn’t seen in 16 years. Then hung out with three of our grandsons at Huntington and San Clemente beaches. They are growing and maturing right under our noses. God’s faithfulness is endless. Thanks be to God! Attended a tiny PCA in Glendale and Trinity Pres (OPC) in San Juan Capistrano. The Lord has His people everywhere. It was a delight to meet some brothers & sisters and be so instantly connected in Christ. Made us miss y’all WPC-uns, though. We are praying for you daily.
God’s providence brought an Airstream enthusiast into our lives. She’s lived in hers over 20 years and she restores them. Had we chosen different accommodations, as we had considered, our paths would not have crossed. A delightful woman with a head full of A/S-specific knowledge willing to share with us newbies. Thank you, Lord!
Next up - a brief 2-day excursion in Joshua Tree National Park. Gorgeous!! Cold! Windy! Glad we packed the down coats etc. We’ll need to go back in late Spring when the flowers are blooming and the longer open trails more enjoyable to hike. Bring a compass, lots of water and make reservations a year in advance for camping. There were lots of folks even in January.
Now, in Yuma, Arizona. The weather has been mild and wonderfully sunny! Mid 70’s and about 40 at night. We spent the first few days getting settled, getting groceries and some RV parts. The plumbing, which is pretty important :) was having some issues. And there were a few broken things; a drawer glide here, a broken latch there. Not unlike Dave & I. Spending all day every day with someone tends to ruffle feathers a bit and possibly bring out some more of that sin stuff. The Lord is with us and we are learning to let little things go, as difficult as that is sometimes. We want to think we know more or are right more than we actually are. Stop, drop and pray always helps. But we humans can be a stubborn lot. Again - Thanks be to God! For His mercies, His presence, His gentle reminders. Moment by moment. We NEED our Lord Jesus.
Yesterday we attended service at Yuma OPC, a church plant. Went back for evening study, as well. Good solid teaching from a young pastor, Jeremy Baker. Very welcoming. The only reformed congregation in Yuma. They meet in the basement of an old pueblo style church building occupied by another church. Most of the attendees are temporary - either military (the Marines have a huge training camp here) or snowbirds. A very different perspective for those in leadership. Please pray for them to grow, become a self-sustaining body and be encouraged as they meet a need in this community.
We appreciate your prayers for us and all our family. We need them. This transition time for Dave & I is very different. Ups and downs. Spontaneous, adventure, but also uncertainty. We truly desire to trust & obey as God leads us each step of the way…... being Christ’s ambassador to all, including each other.
Love from the B’s
ps - photos on Instagram “binabsaved”
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