And Off They Go...

Well folks, today is the day! I can't believe it's already here. The day that my precious friends, Jon and Sally, leave for Africa to serve there for at least 2 years. It is a bittersweet day. I just hung up the phone with her to tell her goodbye and to wish her a safe trip. I didn't cry, but I so easily could have. It's a strange feeling when someone you love so much leaves for a long period of time. SO much can change in 2 years, I can't even imagine. I am so relieved and grateful to know though that I can still call her. They actually have an American phone number that is available ALL the time. Do you know how much better I feel?! TONS!! I can't imagine not seeing her for so long, but not talking to her?! OH my!

As much as I know I will miss this precious family. I know they are where they need to be, and where they are called to be. I don't think I've ever seen a new family so excited about serving so long in a foreign land. And this is only the beginning. Sally knew this was her calling, even back in elementary school and I am so excited it is finally coming to pass. And, that the Lord brought her a sweet husband almost 3 years ago that shares the same desires and passions. HE is so good.

So, lift them up if you think of them, would you? Or, even if you just read this post. They are so excited to see what's in store. And I love sharing in that joy with them. They're flight leaves tonight and I do know they would be SO grateful if you even just lifted up the plane ride. Riding with a ONE year old overseas, that really explains it all. It could be LONG trip.

I love them dearly and am so excited to venture with them vicariously for the next 2 years. Enjoy some pictures of the precious family, Jude, and my sweet girls. We will miss her so much!