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Fighting in China

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Three years ago I moved to a dreamy city in China called Hangzhou.  One of my favorite things to do after work was to go to the foot massage shop down the street from my job.  For a few bucks you could get a relaxing foot massage to put you at ease, but the best therapy was this lil’ guy who gave me loads of laughs.  His parents worked at the shop and he was always around to give me a plenty of entertainment.

This video captures one of our priceless moments. I never fully understood him and he never full understood me, but we absolutely, without a doubt, knew that we had a ball together.

Xiao Peng You vs. Karissa

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A Night to Remember

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It’s hard to believe that nearly a year has gone by. I’m days away from my Riyadh anniversary.  On Wednesday night, volunteers from my church were honored for our year of service.  I cried at the closing prayer after taking in the fact that this chapter will indeed close this year. God has richly blessed me in this beautiful country and I will be forever grateful.

With Sister Iffy who I sing with in the Anointed with Grace Choir.

So grateful for an incredible year in Riyadh!

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This dress was less than $10 at the Princess Souq here in Riyadh. Shh! Don’t tell anyone that I told you that. 😉

Sitting with my beloved friend and event coordinator, LaTrai. Food was in my mouth, but I tried to play it off.

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The hardest working woman in event coordinator business, LaTrai Daniel. Thanks for your hard work, girl!

With First Lady Ola and Miss LaTrai.

Cheesing hard for the cam. What a great night!

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Ladies in red and midnight blue.

Looking forward to what God has planned.