rain

nothing says being back in england quite like rain everyday. and its been a hard week adjusting to bringing my umbrella every where, not being able to plan outdoor activities- especially on the weekend and the general grayness. although today the sun is shining it still makes you question if it will last the day. well i've been making my way through the old testament and i am starting to wonder if we miss some crucial aspect of God and his people. there was a lot of praying for rain. vast desert. a fair share of drought. plenty of 3 years of nothing and then the clouds finally begin to gather. desert and drought. flood and rain. physical lessons and repercussions. spiritual examples and revelation. its given me lots to think about this week. seasons in my life. times of desert and times of flood. and wanting to know God more, to grasp His Word with greater clarity and to experience the power of Him who controls even the wind. thankful for:

* the God of famine and feast, who's hand in is all and over all!

* being with friends, talking, eating, and living :)

* the encouragement of how God is working in this city through friends and co-workers!

it has been a full week, catching up, meetings upon meetings. but things definitely seem to be moving forward with the girls club. please be praying. we are hoping to set a day and finalize everything this upcoming week. pray for no unexpected hitches and for us to be able to start to the week of the 22nd without a problem. and please keep praying for me as I still feel behind in everything.

from kitchen window earlier this week . . .