Tuesday, February 16, 2010

city thoughts

hi there... our day is rounding out but we still have to travel back to our hotel in a few moments. monday and tuesday we have spent time on two separate university campuses. our students have seen and learned first hand about the school system here. they also met students and began friendships. monday night some of those students joined us for an evening of bowling. (no candlepin here) of course we ended the night with cay at our local spot. the staff at our local spot are becoming new friends too.

tonight our host invited some of their friends and our new friends over and we made Toll House Chocolate Chip cookies. many of the ingredients cannot be found here so it was a treat for everyone. this provided a nice evening of conversations.

it is amazing to see students work their way through this great City with ease and confidence. many of you would be so surprised to watch your students.

we hear you had snow today, we are thankful for another day of comfortable temperatures and no rain. we know our time is quickly coming to a close. we want to finish strong.

looking forward to sharing stories soon. c.t.

16 comments:

Patricia said...

Don't let Julie and Jaime consider going to college there!! We want to be able to bring them Toll House cookies during Parents' Weekend, and we're not sure we can do that so far away!

Just kidding! We are delighted to hear about all the relationships that are developing. In our opinion, that's what it's all about: a restored relationship with our Creator, made possible by our Savior, and administered by the Spirit.

Indeed, finish strong!

Karen said...

Hello City Team!! So glad you had a blog today!! Missed reading about you yesterday. I try hard to picture what you are seeing and feeling and experiencing on your trip. It is really mind boggling to me to think about !! Every day is a new adventure!! The relationships you are forming are an example of Jesus' love!! Much love to Tori!! How are you? You've been gone one week! School was cancelled today so you have one less day to make up. THe snow didnt start til 3 though!! It's very slippery now; I just got home. Maybe no school tomorrow if it goes all night. God bless you!!

Brianna said...

Beans,
Its hard to say but i miss you. I have nobody to argue with and i cant argue with mom because she is in south carolina, i cant argue with dad because he is working all the time and has school, and i cant argue with you because you are so far away.. I can argue with tigger but its not like he knows what i am saying.. i hope you are having a good time and I LOVE YOU.. see u soon

Dru said...

HI, I'M COUNTING THE DAYS FOR MY DAUGHTER TO COME HOME. THE DISHES ARE WAITING FOR YOU SANDY. THEY SAID HI. HAAH I KNOW, THAT'S THE WORTH PART OF THE CLEANING YOU DON'T LIKE, BUT WE MISS YOU DARLING. EVERYBODY SAID HE. WE ALWAYS CHECK TO SEE HOW IS GOING OVERTHERE. GOD BLESS YOU AND PAPY SAID HI.

Queen - Ababa said...

praying for you all! its so awesome hearing about what God is doing through you guys and in your lives. its encouraging to hear about the relationships that are being built! God bless you guys! continue to be lights!

Don S said...

Great to hear about your many opportunties. Will continue to think about you as you finish the race.

Hana said...

Hi city team,
It's so good to hear your news. God gave you a good weather to enjoy His creation without any difeculties. If God with you who will be against you?!

Indeed you will finish strong.
God bless you all.

I love you Susan.

Mom

Anonymous said...

Toll House Cookies? Sounds like the modern-day version of Lottie Moon's tea cookies. ;-) God bless!

rparkhouse said...

Beans ~ Missed you yesterday as my son & I hauled firewood to the house in a snowstorm! Got about 10" Can't wait to hear about your trip. We continue to keep you in prayer. God Bless ~ Mr. "P"

Tessa said...

Hey City team! I read all your blogs today and it sounds like you guys are havin a great time, learnin a lot and will have some pretty cool stories to tell. I've been prayin for y'all and will continue to pray for ya.

P.S. I hope you're all being daring with the cuisine and have all had the opportunity to try the Ayran. (wasn't too fond of it myself).

Robbie, don't get into too much trouble....and be nice! Can't wait to hear all about the trip :)

Alyssa said...

Hey Justin,

Just wanted to send you a little encouragement. Glad that you are getting to exercise your passions for missions, travel, and chocolate chip cookies! Lots of people are thinking and praying about you guys, and are excited to hear about your adventures and the cool things God does. Finish strong friend. :)

Mook said...

Sooze, Allison, Justin and everyone else..

you're all in my prayers..toll house cookies sound great just about now :)

Mook

Dru said...

Today is Wed Feb 17 and I came quick looking for the update in the city. But I was so dissapointed that I only find the notes from yesterday. Any way I hope everything is okay because I start getting ansious. Sandy, I miss you a lot. You my olders daughter and I'm proud of that. Come back soon. I hope you realize over ther how much your mother love you. take care my daughter and always be together with your group. your mother

Mr. Tibbs said...

"Meoooow! Meoooow!! Meeeeowwwwww!" I actually meowed "Hello!" twice!! Mom and Dad heard!! Aww, sooo cute! Miss you sooo much but Mom is taking good care of me. I am waiting for her at her bathroom door every morning at 6;30!!!

Shiori "Puppy Friend" said...

My tail isn't wagging much without you. Miss you and our little hyperactive play sessions!! Today me and the cat both greeted Mom when she got home from work!! I howled, and the cat meowed! When I hear your name, I look all around for you....where'd you go?? I am at the window watching for you!! I am going to go NUTS when I see you!!!!

Karen said...

Hello City Team!! One more day to go, hard to believe!! I sure missed reading a new blog today, but I know you are busy! Can't wait to HEAR all about your trip, and SEE the pictures!! So proud of you all! See you Saturday!!