So I made to Cape Town!! And I'm writing a blog!! This is a pretty new thing to me, this blog stuff (where did the word blog come from anyway?). So, be patient with me :)
As some of you know, I kind of lamented over a name for this crazy blog- and I know you are completely impressed with the title- I know it's very original :) But I do want to recognize the title that came in a close 2nd to "Letters from Cape Town." My sweet sister Becca suggested "Put on your CAPE and come to TOWN!" Isn't that great!! She was pretty sad that I didn't name it that, but you can't win 'em all! Thanks to all of you who tossed around suggestions- ultimately, the boring title won out.
So, just some quick thoughts...on the many, many hours on planes that it took me to get here, I had lots of time to think (in between the movies, iPod, reading, and being miserable and uncomfortable). As I sat and sat, I thought and thought about how thankful I am for 2 things...
1. That leaving is hard to do...Although it's just for 5 months, saying "See you later," to my precious family and friends was not easy- and there were some tears shed (if you know me at all, you know that really means "a lot of tears shed" :) How sad it would be if it was easy to leave because I didn't have significant relationships that I would miss. God has richly blessed me with so many deep and loyal friendships, and an amazing family that I can't even express how precious they are to me (and a dog that I love too!! who would've ever guessed!) So one of the ways that God shows His goodness to me is through relationships with people that I love and who kindly love me back!
2. 2nd thought...That God works through peopple allowed me to be a part of His story. God is God, and can pretty much bring salvation and redemption to the world without the help of anyone. However He has chosen to allow us- selfish, broken, and sinful people- to do His work. What a privilege to be allowed such a thing- that the God of the Universe has chosen you and I to display His goodness and glory to the world. That's quite a responsibility!! He doesn't have to use us, but He does! So, wherever it is that you are, God has chosen to put you there to do His work and display His glory! How exciting!!
This is longer than I planned, and I used way to may exclamation points--oh well!!
10 comments:
I am so glad that you made it there ok. I can't wait to hear all the wonderful things that God has planned for you.
yeah!!! so glad that you'll have a blog while you're there!!! please keep it updated for us. :) glad to hear that you've safely arrived! :)
Yay!! You made it. :) And you named your blog. I LIKE the name. :)
Know that so many people back here are praying for you. You don't walk alone. Everywhere your foot lands, hundred of people back here at home take that step with you, through our prayers and support.
I can't wait to hear all the stories awaiting you in CT. God has so many good gifts for you! Take time to unwrap each one.
Love you, girl! Soooo proud of you!!
So glad you are there safely. So sorry I could not catch a lunch with you before you left. I'm glad to be updated on you through your blog - yay! Much love!
Laural,
Woohoo!!! I'm so excited to hear from you! I just called Brent to say, "OK. Have you heard anything from those girls!" So i'm really happy to hear that you've found an internet cafe.
Can't wait to hear more from you. I love you and am proud of you. And you're right about the airport and goodbyes... I'm thankful that you have so many people who love you, too.
P.S.
1. your sister's blog name was good.... 2. Hope your ankles aren't swolen. 3. I wish I was in CT with you.
Hey Laural it's great to hear from you. I'm glad you had a safe trip and you made your flights on time along with your luggage.
I am so proud of you, following God's will and not just talking the talk but walking the walk. God is really blessing us as you do his will. I will be praying for you every day as you share God's word with the people of Africa. Know that we all love you and are with you in our thoughts and prayers. Love ya!!!!!
You made it!! God is already doing some good things! I am excited to hear about everything!!
It's good to hear that you all made it safe!! Please know that you have a TEAM praying for you here!! no worries, everything is going to be alright!...
The A6 Team!
Loved reading your blog entries, sweetie. Keep them coming! Being who I am (your copy editor for many years!) forces me to make this typical statement: Proof your copy!!
You know I love ya!
Laural,
It's great to hear from you and your adventures and stories of your work and experiences in South Africa. We miss you, but are glad to hear from you on your blog. We continually keep you in our thoughts and prayers. We Love YOU so much. I know God is smiling down on you as you help his people in South Africa. Keep those pictures coming in.
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