We Made It!!!

Dear Friends! We are in Moldova! Praise the Lord, because every single piece of luggage was here. This is the first time in 8 years for this to happen, so I consider this a miracle. All of our flights went smoothly, without any issues. The trip has gotten off to an amazing start. For me, being here in Moldova has brought me so much peace. It is like part of my heart has been here since I left, and it feels like home. The bus ride from the airport to our wonderful team house reminded me of the contrast between God's beauty that is so present in this country, and the poverty, sorrow, and pain that also is a large part of Moldova. On our drive we went from rolling hills of beautiful country side to run down, moldy,old communist apartment buildings. It is a physical representation of how much damage humans can do. Anyway, when we got to the team house we had a delicious dinner of chicken, mash potatoes, veggies, and ice cream! Tomorrow is a big day! Between all of our team we are going to several different churches, then some are going to camp, some are going to a monestary, and I am spending the day with some of the girls at the transitional living home. I am actually living across the hall from two of them this week, and I'm really excited to develop friendships with them. We start camp on Monday, and all we know about the camp is that there are 40 pre schoolers! That is right, 40! Please pray for us to be prepared for them. Thank you all for your prayers and support.