Still Trying

I have such great pictures to post from our trip, with stories and blessings to go along with it. Our computer is sick, which is making it hard to stay online long enough to post anything. So, we are taking it to the doctor, and hopefully it will be fixed. In the meantime I will be working, patiently, on writing something to post as soon as it lets me :(

Ready to be stretched

Our family is leaving this Friday morning to go to Puerto Penasco , Mexico. We are part of a team from our church (150 people) that are going to help some families, by building them a home. Mind you, this is not a "trip" to Mexico. It is tent camping, with very "rustic" facilities - meaning, there basically aren't any (stretch). I can't believe I am saying this - but I can't wait to go! We went last year and were blessed beyond belief. Knowing what I know now, I am a little nervous about a few things (stretch), but overall I can't wait to meet our family and get started! The weather forecast is showing rain (stretch), and I can imagine that will make things a little interesting. This trip is so much more than a whirlwind of construction. It is unbelievable that in 3 days, from the ground up, we construct a home for a family - 4 walls, a roof, 2 doors and 2 windows. Nothing else-no electricity, running water, etc. This is more than they could ever ask for, and we are humbled that we are called to provide. God has really blessed this trip in so many ways before we even leave town- financially, supplies, people, etc.  We would love it if you would pray for us as we travel and work,  that we would put aside our own personal needs and not complain when it gets rough (stretch).  Also pray for the families who we will minister to - we have a great opportunity to show the love of Christ as we work side by side for a brief 3 days.  This is going to be an amazing experience, and I look forward to posting picture and stories for you when we get back. :)