| Friday, February 15, 2008 |
| Four Days and Counting |
First, thank you to those of you who have contributed donations to be used towards the needs of Hope's Promise Orphan Ministry.  With your help, last night Jackie, Karen and I did some shopping and were able to replenish part of their supply of children and adult medicines and school supplies; some of which they were entirely out of. There are so many things there that seem much more expensive, of lesser quality, or not even available. Many I've spoken to about the trip, who have extended their thoughts and prayers have asked, "Is it too late to donate or contribute since you will be leaving soon?" Absolutely not. It is never too late to help. As I stated in a previous post, you can send a check in my name to Karen (6 Bible Way, Nashua 03063), she will deposit it here, and I can retrieve your contribution using an ATM in Namibia!
So, four days and counting. I have been running around here the last week or so, trying to get things done and prepare for my time in Namibia. However, I have found it difficult to clear my head of all that is included in what I do here, and to begin focusing on my transition to a different way of life for the upcoming three weeks. A way of life where one simply cannot assume that they can or should act as they do here; that there are some things that may not be acceptable or might likely be misunderstood there. I need to be aware so as to not be unintentionally hurtful to my friends and hosts there.
When in Namibia, I need to remember that I am stepping into their world. I need to be ever mindful and respective of their perspective; of how will they perceive what I say or do. It's the cultural transition that my friend Darin Shaw and the group at Christ's Church, who have made so many more trips to Namibia, talk about when they take a group over. I am hopeful that in these next few days I can begin to focus in on this. If anything, as I tend to not sleep on airplanes, I should have time to reflect on this during the 13+ hour flight from Washington to Johannesburg.
Thank you all for your continued thoughts and prayers. |
posted by Don @ 7:44 AM  |
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I spy the Eye Stye drops. Oops, those are the gas relief drops! You are going to need some of those Pepcid tabs with me around! The team shopping trip was fun. Many thanks to Karen for coming along as the mediator! Now, what are those pipe cleaners for?
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so crazy teammate, another journey for you begins!
i'll be checking your blog!
can't wait to hear all about the adventure God has in store for you.
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I spy the Eye Stye drops. Oops, those are the gas relief drops! You are going to need some of those Pepcid tabs with me around! The team shopping trip was fun. Many thanks to Karen for coming along as the mediator! Now, what are those pipe cleaners for?