And so it begins...Again.

I say it begins again, because we have done this before.  We spent three years as missionaries with the Society of Our Lady of the Most Holy Trinity.  You can see our pictures from our past blog at beckerfamilymission.blogspot.com.

That was 10 years ago, and our family has since grown.  Isaac and Gemma don't remember packing up their things the first time.  Augustine, Bridget and Aviana have lived here their whole life.  They would like to share their thoughts with you as we begin to go.


"Because we are going into mission, we will have to purge all of our things except for a few belongings which we will bring in our suitcases. I am starting by filling up this empty box shown in the picture." -Isaac


 "I love reading, so it is very hard for me to get rid of my books. My love language is gifts.  I love getting gifts(who doesn't), but I also really enjoy giving gifts. It made me happy when I gave some of my books to a friend." -Gemma
                                                                                                                 
"I am filling up these bins with my stuff, getting ready for our garage sale." -Augustine


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  1. Ceil McDonaldMay 3, 2018 at 1:39 PM

    What you and your family are about to do is so inspiring. You truly exemplify what it means to listen and discern God’s calling. Blessings to you all.
    Ceil

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