Polar Bears in Africa

For the LOST fans out there, we wanted you to know that there are more than just one polar bear in Africa -- though no Dharma collar on this one. Ava has a special fondness for this little white teddy: she likes to share her sippy cup and snacks with him while they cuddle on the couch. She also likes carrying around an old Chewbacka action figure, one of Aaron's childhood toys from the movie Star Wars, that Tristan brought with him to Kenya. She gives him kisses and encourages the rest of us to share her affection with the blue eyed wookie!

In Prayer:

* Please be in prayer for Manasseh, one of the Kenyan teachers serving at the primary school in Dadaab. Along with the soaring temperatures and challenges of teaching children with limited English, discouragement is a huge spiritual battle. Please pray for Manasseh, Yattani and Kenji as they serve together in this Somali village -- for their physical, emotional and spiritual protection.