I want to thank those of you who have sent contributions in response to my request:
 
http://www.fivedoves.com/letters/dec2006/elleng126.htm
 
   Most have been designated for the mother and her kids and I am happy to say that the Lord has been very generous and she has nearly everything on her wish list. She is a most appreciative mother, so I send thanks on her behalf.
     I wish I could say all of my needs and wants have been fulfilled also, but I cannot truthfully say that at this time. I am still far short of my goal just to pay the bills for this month, which is a requirement before I even think about a trip. Besides simply being with my husband after a year's separation, we are also looking into the possibility of me joining him to live and work and minister there. Mexico is a huge missions field, and there is also the opportunity for business as well.
    I would appreciate all the prayers offered up on my  family's behalf, and anyone who feels led to help us out financially can contact me as the link to the original letter shows. I can well understand the other Doves readers who have posted similar letters recently about the financial struggles some of us are going through at this time.
    I was given this wonderful bit of wisdom by a very special person that I think will bless all of you as it has blessed me:
 
The Lord always delivers. We need to be patient. Because He expects more from us, that is why we are faced with greater tests than others.