Simplicity

I am remembering today one of the main things that draws me to life in Zambia...simplicity. Today was a...a day. I don't quite know what word to use to describe today. Plans changed for the day...so I found myself taking a walk with my new friends Cody and Sarah. We walked to the Kafubu River and around to the school and back to the mission. When we got to the river, we just sat down and talked for a while. It was so nice. We watched as a lady washed her clothes and dishes in the river. Sarah and I commented to each other how this lady was singing as she was washing her clothes....one by one, by hand in this dirty river. I don't even sing when my washer does my laundry all at once. Simplicity. I found myself envious of her. These people get it. They aren't surrounded by stuff. They find joy in simplicity. Her children were laughing (probably at us sittin there watching them) playing in the river, taking the boat back and forth bringing people across the river...it was so peaceful. I enjoyed that moment in the day so much. I long to have that simplicity in my life. I know it is my choice. I will cherish that time sitting by the river talking with Cody and Sarah. It was good.

We then walked back to the mission, surveyed the tabernacle (an outside structure that will house the Conference in a week). As I stood at the front of the tabernacle, I was picturing what it will be like in a week when thousands of Zambians will be here to listen and learn from God's Word. I can't wait to hear the singing. There has been much preparation already by others. It is cool to know that many have invested time and money for this conference, and soon, the investments will result in lives that are eternally changed.

I am humbled and grateful to be a part of it.

We then came back to the mission...I did a couple hair cuts...just in time before the power went off! We had to wait for the generator to be turned on at 7 pm so we could cook some dinner...however, the 2 guys who normally turn the generator on...well, they were in town! So John Sarra went out to turn it on, but the battery was dead...then they had to get the Blazer so they could jump start the generator...so they could get the power on...so we could cook dinner! Whew! Makes ya thankful for electricity!

Tomorrow begins preparation for when teams come next week...there is much to be done! Please pray for the team here and those who are coming! We covet your prayers!!!

love to all...good night!