Distance and TCKs When it Comes to Friends and Relationships

I have a cup of coffee, do you have yours? Let’s talk about the word distance. What comes to your mind? There’s a saying in the United States that there are only two certain things in life: death and taxes. Such an encouraging thought! If I were to translate that to TCKs (for that matter […]

For Parents and Grandparents of Overseas Workers

We’re so honored to have Renee Aupperlee‘s mom here today, sharing what it means for her to send her kids and grandkids off across the sea… My husband and I have been blessed with four wonderful children. When each of them was born, we dedicated them back to God, promising to teach them to the best […]

When You Want More Than a 2-D Relationship

“Why don’t you come out of that flat thing?” My boys were staring at the computer screen as we Skyped with my parents for the very first time many, many years ago. “Grandma, why don’t you come out? Grandpa! Are you stuck in there? I want to HUG you!” The moment was bittersweet. It was, […]

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