There's No Place Like Home

We are safe and sound back in the States. I truly
love this country and probably appreciate it much more now - don't get me wrong, China was unbelievable...the people, the food, the culture, the architecture, the history, the scenery...I could go on and on - it was amazing. Everyone, and I do mean everyone, we came into contact with was very friendly and full of smiles - I honestly hope our own people are just as nice to those visiting from other countries. I went over very apprehensive, not knowing what to expect, but it was incredibly pleasant and welcoming.

I woke up this afternoon, yeah you read right - this afternoon, and my thoughts immediately went to my team. I have woken up with them the past several mornings and spent nearly every waking hour with them for the last 10 days. They were great and there for me more than they know - they definitely saw my vulnerable side more often than I would like to admit. I pray a great bond has developed between each one of us - we always have China. Thanks to them and many blessings - I believe each one of us brought something unique to this trip - I was probably there to remind them of their mortality and they were there to continually remind me of my immortality in Christ.

My next thoughts quickly went to the children and what time it was there - what are they doing now? At that time, they should've all been sleeping - but I thought about their schedules...I could hear their little voices and see them saying "Mamma", trying to get their nanny's attention. Of course, I was wondering about Moses and how he was doing and what he was doing. Wow - they were incredible kids and what an incredible place. Please pray for each one of these little ones and all of the staff - they need continued support and great families, full of love, for them to be a part of .

Thanks again to everyone for the prayers and encouraging emails and comments. You were there with us and we tried to make you part as much as we could. God bless you every one.