Day 3
Today we went shopping for items that are not part of the rental house. At the top of my personal list was a refrigerator, washing machine, and dishwasher. We got the fridge and washing machine secured but are still looking for a dishwasher. We also got one cell phone today. It takes a lot of driving around town and looking for the best prices so the process of getting 3 things on the list took a long time. By the way Scott did all of the driving today. I was very proud of him! Besides putting the windshield wipers on every time he wanted to turn, he only gave us one little scare. The church loaned us one of their vans until we can purchase another car. Praying we won’t have any issues before we get it returned. I am really dreading the whole driving thing. I haven’t the least idea how to get around town - much less drive on the wrong side of the road. April (the lady we are staying with) keeps trying to get me behind the wheel. I just keep refusing. I think I need to ride a while longer before I try.
Tomorrow we plan to sign the lease on the house. The house has what we need in order to have room for teams and visitors but the lease is crazy to read. Hope we figure it out with the landlord tomorrow. We should be able to move in September 1st. Not too much longer to live as nomads J
Before we go to the house we are going to the village of Kumokwanne to help distribute clothing to 90 children. This is a first time project of OBC (Open Baptist Church). The congregation adopted a child and bought either a sweatsuit or jacket for the list of names given to them. They will have a short worship service and Scott has been asked to present the gospel to the children. This is our first opportunity to be serving among the kids – very exciting. Our whole family is going for the festivities tomorrow. Praying my kids hearts will be excited with possibilities but not overwhelmed with sadness due to all of the need we will see.
When we return to the city tomorrow afternoon, we are going to the game reserve to see animals. Our boys are so excited. I don’t think Josh and Joe believe we are in Africa yet, because so far they have not seen any thing other than goats, cows, donkeys (all just wandering along the sides of the roads) and of course dogs. Cats don’t seem to be very popular here. Either the Chinese restaurants got them (lol) all or they are just not welcomed.
Overall I think everyone is doing Okay being here. I think when we settle in to a routine and have our own home things will feel more real. Please continue to pray for our transition. - Tonya
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Praying God will prepare the hearts of those that will hear His Word through Scott tomorrow! Asking that He hide Scott behind the Cross of Christ and that God's will be accomplished for His glory, honor and praise. Asking God to grant you quick understanding of all the "new driving techniques", Tonya. That has to be quite a challenge.
ReplyDeleteHope the boys get to see lots of animals on the reserve tomorrow:) Maybe those hippos will be gathered. Enjoy the cooler weather. It is beastly hot here.
Jeremiah 33:3
Hope your boys get to see lots of animals tomorrow on the reserve:)
Scott Shipes driving on the wrong side of the road in Botswana. This blog is going to be a blast to read!!!!!!!! Glad you guys got there safe. Praying for your ministry there. It must have been awesome to get confirmation of the need of your ministry from the pastors you met. God's grace early on in your journey!!!!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteThis all sounds so awesome! Praying for the gospel to go forth....maybe I'm behind with the time change. Trying to figure that out again. Tonya, praying for you to have peace and get the hang of driving around town. Love you all so much! Thanks for filling us in with all the details. This is so great. Blessings and prayers. The kids and I are praying for you right now as you are sleeping.
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