Well we have come to the end of the week!!!! Last night the whole group went out to Jordan’s Rock which is this huge rock to watch the sunset and have a cookout!!! I got home from the Haven changed quickly and came outside to find that everyone except for Charissa and I had left to go to the cookout! So I decided we were going and somehow some way we were getting to our destination. Charissa and I walked about a mile and a half and were met by some of the Auntie’s that we knew. They flagged down a truck going by and I can say for the first time in my life I hitched a ride!! The funny thing is that the guys name driving us name was Gift!!! He truly was a gift from God and got us to our destination in the knick of time and we didn’t miss any of the fun activities that had been planned!!!
I forget that everything we have is a gift from God! And what a gift it was last night to see an act of such grace that God provided what we needed! How blessed again am I!!! Being here in Zambia has made me appreciate the things I have so much more, and I feel that I needed this in my life! This trip has been a learning experience in so many ways! I learned about my profession but I feel that I learned a lot about myself! I learned that I can indeed rough it and that I am stronger than what I thought I was! What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger right!!! I’ve learned a lot about God and I feel I have a better relationship with him!!! Miss everyone!!! Happy anniversary to Kathy and Rusty Duncan!!!! Love to all!!!!
You have become a real pioneer in the time you have been there! It sounds to me like you have found an inner strength you didn't know you had. Instead of giving up and pouting or having a pity party, you found a way to get to your destination and had a great time. That speaks volumes. I'm so proud of your positive attitude.
ReplyDeleteSoon it will be time for your next adventure.......SAFARI!!!!!!
Thank you for the anniversary wishes. Can you believe he could put up with me for 33 years????
Love and miss you.
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You always rise to the occasion. Challenges make us stronger. Sometimes, we don't believe enough in our selves and become our own downfall. I know how capable you are why don't you? I must say that I was glad to have heard the story before reading this post. I would have been a little concerned about the hitch hiking..... (why a mother worries, wait until it's your turn!) will see you in two weeks.
ReplyDeleteI'm sure this trip has made you stronger in your faith and in life. I cant imagine how hard life is in africa. Life can be hard in America but we have no idea how hard life can be. Im sure the things y'all have done and seen have made a huge impact on your lives. I miss and love you!
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