We have been here 2 weeks already. We are very ready to head into Mozambique on the 19th. I wanted to post a few pictures from our last 2 weeks. I have been having trouble with my pictures uploading so I am just posting a few. Internet is different here. You don't get unlimited access you buy so much and when it is out that month, it is out. Since we are using our friends Internet we are trying not to upload too much. So hope you enjoy the pictures we did post.
Germany ... We flew from DFW to Frankfurt. The flight was 10 hours and we only slept the last 2 hours. We had a 14 hour layover in Frankfurt, Germany. We left the airport and took a train into town. We walked around and ended up eating pizza at an outdoor cafe. Then we walked some more and found a town square. It was really pretty. We went in one of the Cathedrals and then walked down to the River and took an hour long cruise down the river. We had ice cream on the deck and it was delicious. After the boat ride we were exhausted so we headed back to the airport about 3 1/2 hours before our plane left. Luke, Brit and Mark all fell asleep on the benches while I watched our luggage and all the people. When we took off we ate dinner and went to sleep and slept almost the whole 10 hour flight to South Africa. We woke up when they were handing us a breakfast tray. Here are a few pictures of Germany.
I was trying to upload a few other pictures of us here in South Africa but it is not working today.
We did buy our frig, freezer (2 separate units), oven and microwave on Monday afternoon. They were delivered yesterday morning. We have had a problem with bugs so the builder from the church is sending over a worker tomorrow to tear out the old oven and cabinet where the sink is. He will build a new cabinet for both the sink and the oven and put the new oven in. Hopefully that will help.
Last night we were invited to go see Ice Age 3 at the movies. It only cost R81 for the 4 of us. That came out to $2.50 per ticket. Crazy. They say that the movies are always cheap here. Nice to know. We then went to the Mug and Bean for dinner. We enjoyed getting to know a couple from the church.
We are doing good. Trying to get the hang of things here. Mark is doing a great job driving and I am working up the courage to try it. Traffic here is crazy, lanes small and people always in a hurry. Not to mention all the people walking everywhere. I am sure I will get the hang of it.
Please continue to pray for ...
our health, we want to remain healthy
our finances/monthly funding
wisdom for us on the house - lots of things need to be done just a matter of funding
Praises ...
A house to live in
A car to drive
friends in South Africa
our health
money to buy the appliances we needed
When Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.” Matthew 28:18-20
3 comments:
I loved seeing the pictures of you! You all look great! Germany looked pretty too!
I hope that will take care of the bug problem for you. Don't they have some strong bug spray you can spray all over too? I am really glad you were able to get the appliances for your kitchen. That will make you feel better when you are cooking.
Sounds like you have been very busy helping to get things ready for the team to go. Isn't driving on the other side lots of fun! Good job, Mark! Alicia, you'll have to find a vacant parking lot and practice just like you did when you first learned to drive!
I know you'll be able to do it.
We love you all so very very much! We continue to lift you to God and know He has you tightly in the palm of His hand. He knows your needs and loves you very much! I read a book several years ago that said God doesn't promise us a rose garden without thorns. The thorns are there, but He helps us to focus on the beauty of the roses and not on the thorns. Remember He has walked the path He has you on before he had you begin the journey. Listen to Him and let Him guide you.
You are in our hearts and prayers. We love you soooooooo much!
Mom and Dad
Just read your blog. I am happy you all left the airport so you could see some of Germany. I used to fly up to Frankfurt for tests back in the early 70's when David was stationed in Italy. It is such a beautiful city, so clean and green.
God is just waiting to bless his children, just like the rfidg, frezzer oven and stove. Praise God. You all be blessed as you travel into Mozambique. Tell Paulann I am praying for them each step of the way....love jackie
I have you on my heart and in my prayers. I miss you very much.
I know you are excited for the PaulAnn group to get there so you can go in to Mozambique. Your love for God oozes out of you and I know you will all be ready to share His love.
Love,
Mom and Dad
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