About
I was born right into the height of Apartheid in South Africa and that means I don’t take freedom for granted, not for myself or for others. I guess that is also what ultimately drives my quest on this earth for justice, equality and Light.
In 1995, after university, I moved to Taiwan and worked as a reporter and columnist. During my first years there, I explored Taipei mainly on my scooter, driving from press conference to interview to outdoor event with a map on my lap. I loved every moment in that city, from slurping fresh noodles at a corner store to dining with the diplomats. Strangely enough, amidst the smell of incense and the gray robes of my Buddhist monk friends, I also found Jesus.
In 1999, I moved to another new continent–this time North America–to marry a Canadian. I took on the identity of immigrant and finally, after eight years, also citizen. My heart, however, belongs to many places and continents and I seem to stay awake over too many time zones.
Whether I’m writing, or spending my day running with three young children (6, 4 and 2), ultimately, I am a globalgirl.
Two tangible projects I’ve loved giving birth to:
Current project:
I am currently working on a project with the working title Gathering Eve: Nothing is Wasted, Nothing is Lost. It’s about gathering up our feminine hearts and entering into the larger Story God is writing through His girls on the earth. This past fall, I had the privilege of presenting “Gathering Eve” as a series to the beautiful girls at LifeWomen over eight weeks on Tuesday mornings.
I am one voice that is rising up in a chorus of feminine voices to shout the happy news (Ps. 68:11) In singing my part, I cannot help but invite others into a very big, beautiful world where everyone is equal.
There’s a painting in my house with these prayerful words of Mother Teresa: “May God break my heart so completely that the whole world falls in.” That’s where I live.
Hi Idelette,
Thank you for being so kind and welcoming at ‘Ignite’ yesterday. It is really refreshing to see that people still earnestly do try to do that these days. Nothings worse than going somewhere and nobody says hi or talks to you. I’m definately feeling the lack of community having moved to Surrey, so I was really happy I came. Pastor Burns and Helen were really nice and warm people. Just normal. I admire John’s style. LOL.
Thanks again. See you soon
Sincerely,
Hannah
Thanks, that is a very good article. I found it via Google and immediately incorporated into my feedreader. I am pleased to soon be back here to read again! greetings
Dear Idelette,
I was moved by your bio. Jesus looks good on you! I will reference your Craigslist post on my next blog post.
I went to Russia in April and saw firsthand the evil of sex trafficking. As an orphan advocate, I am convicted that it goes hand in hand with orphan care.
God Bless!
Ande,
http://andeunderwood.com
Ephesians 2:10
Thank you, Ande, for your kind words.
Hello Idellete,
Just wanted to say a quick hi! The girls and I were at a birthday party at a farm in Ft Langley a few weeks ago and your little girl Tia (sp?) walked past and I recognized her. We are friends with Nicole and Shelby Sutherland and were invited to the same party. Small world. Hope this message finds you well and happy. Love Cheryl
So good to see you’re still writing and dwelling with Him. Life gets hectic and sometimes we have to moderate our passions – nice to see you can juggle both