Find Your “Just One”

If you have ever looked at the problems of the world and felt that you are only one person against a mountain of problems and wondered how you could make a difference,  I encourage you to listen to this message from Andy Stanley.  If you have ever heard someone say, “You can’t save them all,” […]

The Journey Continues….Meet the Sloans!

The night before Viktors left, Paula contacted me about Viktors.  I was crying too hard that night to have a conversation and promised her I would call the next day.  I had no idea this was a divine appointment. After taking Viktors to the airport and recovering slightly, I called Paula to discuss Viktors.  God […]

Post Viktors

If you are new to Barefoot Walks, I need to explain something.  Our family took a 4 week detour from our normal life so we could create moments, memories, and experiences for an orphan who would not normally  have such.  If you haven’t been on this journey with us, start here.  If you have been […]

He’s Gone

  We said goodbye.  The pain was excruciating for me.  I can’t remember a time in my life I have cried harder or longer.  I cried for days leading up to his departure.  The thought of possibly never seeing this beautiful child again felt more than my heart could bear.  Would I wonder every day […]

Photo Slideshow Viktors 2012

Tomorrow morning is the day we say goodbye to our orphan host son, Viktors. I have no adequate words for this post. We love this boy.  Simple as that.  My prayer is that God uses the time we had with Viktors as a stepping stone to a blessed life. Thank you for taking this journey […]

Viktors dancing

[youtube=http://youtu.be/3vhxkUcphhg] Since this journey has caused my readers so many tears, I thought it fitting to share this video. Viktors loves to dance. His preference is rap. Since he doesn’t know the difference, I usually put on Christian rap for him. However in my car the only option is contemporary Christian. He’s learned to move […]