Will someone pinch me?

I'm moving here!!!!


This is a sunset in Cyprus just a few weeks ago. Tammy Poteet took this picture.

It still doesn't feel real yet, but as soon as I start trying to pack my life in 2 suitcases, reality will hit hard, I'm sure.

Basically, I am just wrapping up things until I leave. Currently, I am teaching only 8 hours per week, until I finish this Spanish 2 course with my student - the goal is to be totally done by November 7th.


What else?...


I do have my plane ticket - that was a huge answer to prayer. I leave LAX at 9:30am on Tuesday, November 18th, and my return ticket is for Wednesday, August 5th, 2009. I'm praying that I can stay about 9 - 12 months.


Please pray that I can get a work visa and work part-time at one of the local schools. If this doesn't work out, I can just renew a travel visa, but this route is a little more involved. Thankfully, God has it all under control, so I'm not worried.

All the logistics seem to falling into place, by God's Sovereign plan, and He is teaching me to wait...and wait some more....and then when I'm done waiting, to wait....

Some of you have expressed interest in supporting the work that God is doing in Cyprus, and that's such a blessing! If you would like to give financially, I've written the directions below:

Please make checks payable to: "Calvary Chapel"

CORRECTION: If you want your checks to be tax deductible, please DO NOT write my name anywhere on the check. Just include a separate note that says it is for Lindsey-Cyprus. Thanks!

Mail to:

Calvary Chapel Skyline
101 N. Skyline Dr.
Thousand Oaks, CA 91362

OR, you can mail to my home:

Lindsey Hutchinson
28320 Driver Ave.
Agoura Hills, CA 91301

[If you would like to include a note, this is probably the best route. We will then deliver the check to the church for you.]
Thank you so much for all of your support. I love reading your comments and getting your emails. I do want to just thank God for His incredible adventure. I have absolutely NO idea what to expect, but I think that's where He wants me. Above is a picture of my two new little sisters, Abby and Emma. Check out the waves behind them - yee haw!

Also, you can save this site in your "Favorites" or "Bookmarks" and check back periodically. I really don't want to annoy you with emails, but I might, so just delete them if you REALLY can't take it anymore...haha! I wrote that in sarcasm - I don't know if you could hear it.

May God bless each one of you abundantly. Thank you again for taking the time to read this.

Love Lindsey

Boot Camp with...

(above: Me and Sloan! Ziplines are my favorite!)

...all the ladies from Calvary Chapel Thousand Oaks and Skyline.

I just got back yesterday from the women's retreat in Ojai at the Forest Home Retreat Center. The theme was "Prepare to Advance." We studied the entire Bible...46 hours, 66 books, 6 speakers, 11 books each, 10 minutes per book...wow!

I was totally blessed to see how God has so intricately written history to the present and how His promises are still true for us today. But hindquarters were and still are a little bit sore from sitting for so long, but it was so worth it.

Below are more pictures from our fun weekend!
Enjoy...love Lindsey.


Cabin 1 Group photo...sleep? What's that?
Jenna, the trooper.



Sloan and Candace sang the theme song for Rocky for...
Kari, as she walked to meet her zipline destiny.



Michelle's face says it all - it was all for her kids and her hubby. I'm sure they'll be proud.
Sloan and Roxanne goofing off.



A bunch of women, a zipline, rock climbing wall,
and free time...look out.



Jeannette has 2 boys, can you tell?
So does Jenna...I love these girls.



In line to take the leap of faith on a zipline.
Scaling the rock wall.



Our two pastor's wives, Kari and Michelle.
Michelle with Candace...so cute.




Candace, Marla, Anjoli, Maribel, Tiffany, and Sloan.
Kari, Ingrid, Yvonne, and MaryKay.


Saturday morning, we hiked to the cross to pray and watch the sunrise. I feel so close to the Lord in His creation...a lake behind us, cows in the pasture below, roosters saying good morning, and the sun rising in the east. The heavens declare His majesty!

Brooke Fraser Concert

I've always been a fan of girls who play guitar and who write their own stuff...

Boy, does this girl has a gift from the Lord!

My friends Sloan, Jason, Jesse, and Tiffany went to see her at the El Rey Theatre in Hollywood on Friday, September 12th. I guess I share this to share how her songs and heart for the Lord impacted me - she's so right on, and she's got the cutest New Zealand accent...

Needless to say, we had a blast, and I've been playing her CD in my car ever since. She also sings and writes for Hillsong.

Ya, I wish I took this picture...nope. It's from her website. Check it out if you're interested in some incredibly annointed music. Click here.

Alright, I'm done with the endorsements...If you couldn't tell, I REALLY love her music! --Lindsey

Below are pictures that my friend Tiffany took. Enjoy.

6-String Symphony.

On Saturday, September, 6th, my dad, sister and I were able to teach a second beginning guitar class at church. I was so blessed to see the faces light up when the fingers connected with the strings and an actual chord was formed!
We had various levels...some who could play well enough to help others to some who had never learned a chord before in their life...we had so much fun!

My sister, Chelsey, took these incredible pictures...enjoy!

Meet my Cyprus family.

Funny thing...

As I tell people that I'm planning to move to Cyprus, I have had a variety of responses, mostly in thinking that I'm just going to Cypress, CA. When they offer to help me move, I thank them dearly, and ask if they are willing to make the treck...

Puzzled looks and confused grins culminate in the reality..."Oh, the island of Cyprus, near Turkey in the Mediterranean Sea." The offers to help move seem to fizzle, but later result in, "I want to come visit." I would love for you to come visit - it's kind of crazy that I've actually not been there yet. Soon enough. God's timing is absolutely perfect.

Above is the entire Mattox family on the shoreline in Cyprus. Abby, Alyssa, Darlene, Tim, and Emma in front. Alyssa is in college in the states, but I hope to meet her when she visits Tim and Darlene. I will be living in their home. What a blessing! I love these guys. Also, I will get two little sisters, who like to dance ballet, I might add. I'm sure we'll have some fun, and the fun will only continue with Brad and Tammy below.

Brad and Tammy Poteet just moved to Cyprus in the spring of this year ('08) from Thousand Oaks. Brad used to play percussion with me on Wednesday nights at Calvary Chapel Thousand Oaks. I've missed the d'jembe and his famous 'cowbell,' but we will soon reunite. These guys have been such a blessing to Tim and Darlene and the church there in Cyprus.

They brought over snorkel gear, kayaks, and surfboards, so I'm sure we will have some fun in the Mediterranean Sea...yes, they have waves. Brad said it can get between 2-4 feet sometimes. I will bringing my surfboards, for sure!

Right now, I'm waiting on Tim for some final decisions and paperwork with the embassy, and then I will be able to buy my ticket. God has given me peace about mid-November, so we will see how He wants to work it out.

Thank you all so much for being a part of my life in this way. I do hope to keep you as informed as possible. I will keep you posted. Until next b-log :) Love, Lindsey

Lynn Whitmore is one of so many that are keeping my journey to Cyprus in prayer...I thank YOU for your prayers, too.

Sum...Sum...Summertime!

This summer has been such a HUGE blessing. Chelsey and I taught my dad how to ride. The whole family flew up to Alaska to visit Tanner in his final weeks of the Air Force. Tanner moved home. We went to Big Bear for the 4th of July. My cousin Lisa had a fun surprise Casino party for her hubby, Cardamon. Chelsey, Tanner and I spent many days at Zuma Beach running and swimming. The Mattox family visited (the family I will be living with in Cyprus). I visited my friends Crystal and Leon a few times in Encinitas and saw the kids I used to tutor. My good friend Cortney got hitched. A group of us from church went to the Ventura County Fair. My dad and I taught a guitar class. Our friends Alex and Stephanie came over with their adorable children, and we went camping at San Clemente State Beach...

Here are some pictures of the festivities:

My dad on my beautiful horse, Molly. With his great balance from surfing, he's a natural! Also, he just got brand new Tony Lama boots - a cowboy surfer - I love my daddy!

The whole Hutchinson family in Alaska at an air show on Tanner's base. Behind us is the F-22 Raptor. My favorite were the Thunderbirds...wow!

Tanner, Uncle Marty, Grandpa Lew, Jonathan (back), and Uncle Greg in Big Bear. Retired or currently serving in either the Air Force, Army, or Marines, our family has strong military roots. Not pictured are more of my military cousins, Amy, Daniel, and Jarrod.
My stunning sister and my gorgeous Grandma Betty. Chelsey made flower arrangements from all the empty beer bottles for the tables...she is an incredibly resourceful and talented designer.

Me and Chels in Big Bear.

Tanner, Chelsey and I at my cousin Cardamon's Las Vegas Casino theme party. Tanner is an FBI agent. Chelsey...need I say. I'm a 1950's paparazzi, wearing my great grandfather's hat - the real deal.

Emma Mattox on Chelsey's horse, Libery Belle. She and Abby will be my little sisters in Cyprus.
Abby, Emma's older sister, also on Libby. I'm wearing a beautiful garment of a white shirt, plaid shorts and mud boots - perfect for the corral. I've been known to clean the corral in flip flops.
The Mattox family in our front yard. Abby, Darlene, Tim, and Emma.

Me and Crystal Sandoval at San Elijo State Beach - my surf buddy in Encinitas.
Leon, Crystal's funny husband. These guys are my second family. We met when I signed up to go to Fiji with the short term mission program through Point Loma. They led my trip in 2001...the rest is history.

Robbie and Katie are two kids that I used to tutor while I was still in school in San Diego. Robbie was in 8th grade - Katie 6th. We met for lunch (after not seeing eachother for 4 years), and it was so great to see them. Robbie is now a senior and Katie is in 10th grade - they are my favorite tutorees EVER!
Cortney and Curtis Bohling. I was blessed to be able to play guitar and sing their communion song - what an honor.
Cortney and I were math majors together at Point Loma Nazarene University, and we spent a 5th year in college studying for our teaching credentials...needless to say, we've been through a lot together. I'm so excited for her new adventure of marriage!
Ventura County Fair! I can't even remember the last time I went to the fair. We had so much fun! In the picture with me is Celinn, Jesse, James, Jordan, Lisa, Brooke, and Jen.
Guitar Workshop at church - my dad and I had fun teaching everyone. James, Jim, Jamie, and Sarafina did such a great job (so did everyone else not pictured). God is raising up worship leaders...I think the guitar is the best instrument ever...but maybe I'm biased :).

Okay, so how cute is this picture? This is Bridget, Evan, and Madison Gaddis. The Gaddis family is so near and dear to my family's heart. Their mommy should have a new little one by the time you're reading this. The kids are in my dad's '51 Ford pickup truck.

That's a quick re-cap of summer. Next week begins the back to school and work regime for the fam, but the adventures will not cease. Love you all - see you in the next update. Love Linz