Hello! We have been so busy I have hardly had a chance to sit down. Except in the plane ride over here! We arrived tuesday around 1:00pm, which is 1:00am your time. We drove to the Abba House and got situated. Then the girls came home from school and we met them for dinner. There are 32 girls living in the dorm and Courtney, Kathy and I are staying in one of the dorm rooms too. After dinner, we divided up into groups and helped the girls with conversational english. The girls are so beautiful and fun! Wednesday morning, we got up early and went to a Christian Drug Rehab Center. We particpated in their worship by singing and praying with them. Then we played some games! After that, we went to the University for lunch! I have no idea what I ate! I just told them that I wanted it to be "mypet" that means not spicey! It was very yummy! After our bellies were full, we went to visit a Buddist Temple. Wow - pictures are to come. I don't have that memory card with me now. Then we went up the mountain some more to visit a Hmong village and market area. Some beatiful handcrafted items!! Then we came home and had dinner at the Abba House and participated in worship with the girls! Amazing! They sang for us in English and Thai and presented a few wordless skits. Very good! Kathy and I shared our testimonies with the girls - with a translator. Then we ended the evening with our team meeting. Got to bed around 11:30!
This morning, we were on the bus to the elephant park for some fun! We sat on, rode on, and got kissed by elephants! Then we took an oxen cart ride, and then a raft ride! Another amazing day! God has created a beautiful world for us!! Yeah God!! So now I will try to post some pictures!
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We sure miss you Mindy. We are holding down the fort without you!
This is Shannon from work
Dear Mindy~
Sydney says "I love you, I saw your pictures and I liked them. I miss you, and I am having fun at school." Ms. trish says " Daddy is doing a great job of fixing her hair!!!"
We are glad you are having a good time and that all is going well!!!
Shannon in the Rainforest
Wow - what a fantastic time you are having! Love the pictures. You guys are really cramming a lot into a short amount of time! Keep up the good work and I'm looking forward to more updates. And pictures of the temple. (I visited a Hindu temple in Kuala Lampur and yeah - "wow" was what I thought too...)
Daniel P said..... Ha Mindy that sounds like it was very fun and exciting! I really hope that the rest of the trip will be like this. That family looks like their really nice!
Sincerely,Daniel P.
I'm glad I checked your blog before heading to work at the crack of dawn and saw your post. :)
Sounds like you're having an amazing time and the girls look adorable and like a lot of fun. I love the picture of you and them together, so cute. Sounds like you're having an awesome time and that God is blessing both you and the kids. Can't wait to hear more. :)
Cathee
Yea!! I'm sooo glad to hear from you! The pix are great - a good sampling of what you're doing and seeing - Thanks! I hope you're feeling well, despite being tired. Take care, and keep the news coming... Love, Mom
YAY! I've been checking your blog everyday hoping for an update. I'm so proud of you, Mindy! The pictures are wonderful and a great addition to your story. Sounds like you're experiencing an amazing journey of faith, and I can tell you're going to grow during this trip. Please keep posting when you get a chance - I know you're so busy, but I know you're safe and sound if you post!
Keep up the good work. I pray for you each and everyday. I pray for your safety during this trip and I pray for spiritual guidance. I also pray that you take a lot from this experience. I think you will!
Good luck. You're amazing!
Love,
Trish
Hey Mindy!
It's great to see some pics and read your update. Leo & I saw Dave & the kids on Sunday...sounds like they're doing really well. Dave mentioned that your schedule is keeping you very busy. That being the case, THANKS for taking the time to update us!! We have been keeping you in prayer and look forward to hearing all about your trip when you return! We'll have to schedule a double date when get back. :-)
Have a great week!
Love, Michelle
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