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Yesterday I wrote a long update and then lost it when I tried to send it. So I will try again!!
We have had extremely full days and not much time to get to the internet cafe. I can't believe we have only one day left here in Guilin. There has been much sharing going on with new and old friends on campus. Our team has been very determined, focused and intentional about sharing their lives with Chinese students. It has been exciting and encouraging to be a part of. Another new brother this morning - more rejoicing and singing!!!
Yesterday we took a bus load of Chinese friends with our team to a famous waterfall out in the countryside. Everyone rented strange looking straw sandals and helmets and climbed up the waterfall!! We couldn't help thinking about how much liability insurance would be required to do the same thing in America!! It was so much fun.
The day before, we took a bus load down the Li River in a boat and took hundreds of pictures of the amazing scenery. I've never seen a place like this anywhere!! One morning, we climbed to the top of one of the mountains on the campus. When we got to the top, we sang and pr'ed over the campus and for the students of GUT and Guilin.
Everyone is in pretty good health. Joanne got up this morning with a fever and sore throat, but is feeling better already (it's about 2:00 PM right now). Jack, our Chinese friend, also has a bad sore throat today so we suggested he take an afternoon nap. He has been doing so much for us and will be traveling with us to Beijing tomorrow, so we really want him to get better. Liz has struggled to find food that she likes, and has had headaches, but she seems to be feeling much better now. So all in all, we are healthy and happy.
After many trips to the airport, we finally have recovered the last piece of luggage that was lost. And I haven't been able to get on our blog (the gov. here blocks many of the sites) but I understand that Liz' suitcase was sent to her home in PA! Today Liz and I talked at breakfast about how she has learned so much by not having her suitcase with all her personal belongings all this time. I have been so impressed with how she has handled it and had a great attitude. Funny how when you get right down to it, all you need here is a willing heart to serve - don't need all the stuff we think we need!!! It's been a great lesson for us all to learn. And a great team builder.
Thank-you for remembering us each day. We will fly to Beijing tomorrow AM. We are taking Jack (Chinese friend) and Cherry (wife of university official) with us. Think of us as we say good-bye tonight to friends here. It is always quite emotional. And for safety traveling to Beijing. Also, for continuing conversations with Jack and Cherry.
Love to you all back home,
Linda
1 comment:
I soooo remember the good-bye time and how precious it was....I just give praise and p----r for those who have shared their love for Dad and for those who are now seeking a healthy relationship with Dad as being one of his own children....What greater love is this!...I know how your hearts are feeling.........smile
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