we woke to rain which was heavy at times but we troded on and visited some key sights in the city with a couple of new friends. we saw some amazing places from the long ago past. we learned how we can learn from the past. we shopped a bit after lunch and the sun came out as did many, many people in the city.
this evening we joined the students we met yesterday for a valentine gathering at their school. the bus ride was 1 hour 45 minutes out and about 35 coming home. we were told this is normal. one of our group had a great conversation with another high school student who wanted to practice her English. she had never spoken to an American before. a great experience for both.
we returned to our local evening hang out for hot cay (tea) and a late light supper. we have begun making friends with the servers at the shop.
tomorrow we will meet with other followers and visit one's home for dinner and a long visit. we are excited to go into someone's home.
our last bag arrived today so everything is now accounted for and we are grateful. thank you for your comments (we read the aloud tonight when we met as a group.) everyone is healthy and trying new local food with every new meal time. thanks for your support. ct
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Elaina and Blake,
I'm glad all is well! I'm thankful that you have made it in one piece and with all your belongings! I can't wait to hear about the reactions you receive from the children when they see all the cleats! Be safe! I miss you both!
Love you!
Jenna
p.s. You two better be wearing sunscreeeen!
Ahh, the joys of public transportation in other countries! I am enjoying hearing the stories.
Julie and Jaime - I hope you are having an amazing time, while also staying out of trouble. ;)
Allyson, Susie, and Justin - Hope you all are having fun also!
Praying for you all!
So did J & J wear their matching rain boots? Haha! We are enjoying the updates, and may be getting spoiled by having one a day. When I went to the Bagel Inn today, I told Chrissy that I was having a chai tea in honor of Julie, but I didn't tell her where you are. (She says hello and wishes you a good trip. Yes, this trip is speaking to many!) Love to all, but especially to my daughter and my best guest!
Happy Valentine's Day, Tori!! Your trip sounds so exciting! I love reading your blog each day and connecting with you. You are going to touch so many lives and glorify the Lord!! Amen to that!! Love and prayers to the team!! Love, Mom, Dad, Tyler, Shiori, and TIbbs. ps..Ashley had a Girl!!
Lynn--what makes you think Julie and Jaime might get into trouble??? ;) I'm shocked!!!!
We're thinking of you all and will again tomorrow as we gather. Glad you got all your bags. Hope your throat is feeling better, Allyson! Spoke to Felton yesterday and he sounded good.
Christina
Happy Valentine's Day Katie. So glad to be able to read what you are doing. Love you,
Everyone here misses you and prays for the entire group often. How exciting it is to see you begin to develop relationships with people there.
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Kids: pay close attention to what the adults ask you to do, and make sure to always keep your Kleenex with you (....so you can keep your nose clean......... About right now Jaime is groaning)
- thank you for being willing to serve.
DCD
Did I say trouble? I meant to say while staying out of traffic. ;)
Kleenex - while living in Eastern Europe you never caught me without kleenex in my back pocket! Its a life saver.
Allyson,
Praying that your sore throat is gone and you are able to enjoy the City.
Peace!
Nance
Praying for you all! Elaina, we are thinking of you always. Miss you! Happy Valentine's Day to my little Cookie! Hoping every experience there is enlightening. We are all fine here! xxx000 Mom
Julie Jamie! Julie Jamie! Julie Jamie! Hehehe Happy Valentines Day! I miss yoooooou! Wish you guys were here watching the Little Mermaid with me, it's just not the same ): Can't wait until you come home!
xoxoxo
Shapleigh
Happy Valentines Day Jaime!
all of us here in saline miss you, we hope you're trips awesome and that god's showing you some great things. we're praying for you!
We're praying for you, Cullen! Can't wait to hear about your experiences from the trip. Happy Valentine's Day! We're enjoying the roses!
Many blessings...
Love,
The Dempseys
hey guys,
i'm so exited to see what God will do through you being there in the city. I hope it doesn't rain as much as it did when we were there!
Robbie- We're gonna miss you at worship tonight, but i'm sure we'll make due ;) Make sure to eat a lot of of baklava for me.
Hello everyone! We are sitting here eating pizza, watching the Daytona 500 and thinking of you all. Beans...Bri says she misses you because she has no one to argue with!!! Dad says Mr. Foster and the people at church asked about your trip. You are in their thoughts and prayers. Uncle Jim says hurry home...he needs help stacking wood. Be safe. We love you! Happy Valentine's Day!!
Hello everyone! We are sitting here eating pizza, watching the Daytona 500 and thinking of you all. Beans...Bri says she misses you because she has no one to argue with!!! Dad says Mr. Foster and the people at church asked about your trip. You are in their thoughts and prayers. Uncle Jim says hurry home...he needs help stacking wood. Be safe. We love you! Happy Valentine's Day!!
Glad to hear you are all getting to know the City a little better. Robbie, all of us at home are praying for you.
hey Beans,
We're glad you got there ok...Jimmy D is mad that you didn't put him in your suitcase!! We're praying for you that God will work through you and that you will be safe. We love you!
Sunday night Overflow!!! P.S. Bekah and Jimmy said they love you more!!!!And Matt said bring some Turkish Delights!;)
Hello City Team
I am glad that today is a dry one and no rain. We remember you all, all the time.
Susie, when you come home your Valentine is the largest Cadbury I could carry from London, it is about 2 feet long and 8 inches wide. Happy Valentine!
Samy and Hana I
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
Hey City Slickers! So happy to hear the reports of sharing authentic hospitality...humbling I'll bet. Hi Cullen. Be blessed.
Love,
Chevaliers
Hey Beans,
I hope your week is going well and that you're enjoying the weather over there, we got at least 7 inches of snow over here and i went snowboarding for the first time!!! My mom says hi, shes praying for you and that the work you set out to do for the Lord do it well!!!Take lots of pictures to bring home and show us!!! Have a s good rest of the week!! We all love you and miss you. BYEEE:D.
Bek
P.S....Karen says Hello, be safe and make lots of new friends.
PPS ... Amy & Jimmy say Have fun,and help lots of people. Don't forget the turkish delight!:)
"But you will receive power when the holy spirit comes upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth." Acts1:8
just a little encouragement to keep you going for the Lord. we are praying for you. Love, Amy, Jimmy & Mommy
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