Saturday, September 23, 2006

Dave on a Plane


Tomorrow we depart from Dulles Airport for Nairobi. It is a long and treacherous journey that will take us across the Atlantic, over Europe, and through East Africa. Our travels will lead us through nearly a dozen time zones and half way around the world. Fortunately, we’re flying on British Airways, which means there will be lots of in-flight movies, plush pillows, and at least four meals. Due to heightened security measures, however, we're not allowed to brush our teeth, use the restroom, wear deodorant, or carry hand grenades on board. Just as long as there aren't any snakes on this plane. . .

Friday, September 15, 2006

A goodbye


It’s really hard to leave home – to leave my family and friends and to say goodbye to those I love. Leaving for Kenya is a lot harder than I thought it would be. . . I don’t know why God pulls us away from people that we love or why he calls us to leave behind what seems to be good. To be honest, I don’t know why I am going to Kenya, except that I believe God is calling me. . .And I realize that I could not take this step without your help.

So here I am, a few days before we leave and I just want to say thank you to my supporters. Thank you for your affirmation, for your encouragement, and for your help. Thank you for loving me and for supporting me during this season of life. I’m thankful for the many shared experiences and memories and for the sweetness of our times together. I will remember you often and will miss you each deeply.

Please pray for me during this transition. I wish you well and hope to stay in close touch.

love,

Dave

Thursday, September 07, 2006

Daydreams

This a picture a friend of mine took at a National Park west of Nairobi. There is a 7 hour time difference between Kenya and the Mid-Atlantic. So the sun has already settled down amidst the acacia trees for the day. That means it's time for me to stop packing and take a nap.