5.31.2007

Day 1: Still Tired from the Move...

I've made it here safely now. It's been a bit of an adventure, but I'm doing well. Here are the highlights.

Flying standby proved to be worthwhile as the flight was so empty I was placed in business class, which proved to be advantageous because...

By the time our plane was third in line for take off and ready to go, a passenger had an anxiety attack and we had to return to the gate and refuel. Three hours later, we took off. But that turned out to be a blessing because...

By leaving at 9:00 instead of 6:00, it was easier to fall asleep on the plane after dinner. By the time we arrived at 9:00 am local time, I had slept 3 or 4 hours.

I met Penny, the youth pastor, and John and Yvonne, the pastors, and several others from the church. Everyone seems quite nice.

I met my host family: Maynard and Joan and their grown kids Anna and Jon. Another daughter - Jude - lives up the road. They have been very kind and welcoming, so it's been a joy to be here so far.

Thanks for your prayers, everyone. Perhaps I'll take my camera out soon and take some photos to share.

3 comments:

Mom said...

Glad I checked your blog this morning. Your flight did improve over the schedule--God is good! Wish I were there as a fly on the wall to see what you're seeing, etc. Be sure to take lots of photos!

bob said...

How is the most twisted foot while playing worship man i know???
He is doing fine cause I have seen his Blog and now I want to know more soooo keep writing and I will try to keep up on the happenings .....Hey did you know that Isaiah will be at BU for school next Year well now you do
Love ya Bob

katherine said...

mike, mom always wants to be a fly on the wall. trust me, she's always asking to join in. if you let her now, you'll never get rid of her.

just kidding.

i'm happy for you, and i love you.
k