Well, we had a flood.
Last month I moved into a different house with two friends here closer to work. It has been a great blessing living with them and not commuting. However we are still settling into our humble abode.
Rain was predicted. However "rain" here can sometimes be moisture in the air. For a place that is finishing up it's rainy season and has only gotten about two inches of rain this year, we weren't too concerned. As you may guess- it really rained, and our poor abode was certainly not ready. Long story short our "drain system" was clogged from never really being used, and the water found itself creating a nice lake outside our back door, and then helped itself right into the house. About two inches piled up quite quickly in the bedrooms and outdoor laundry/utility room. Needless to say we spent March 1, sweeping and bucketing, mopping and drying until it was finally under control.
On a positive note, our rain catchment systems at City of Children are all full. 10,000+ gallons were caught to be exact (ish) and the beautiful surroundings are greener than I have ever seen! Thank you God for rain!
Just a week or so after the ladies weekend, we had a group of 16 men arrive for the
"Men's Encouragement Weekend." Over a two day span, we visited most all 15 churches and were truly blessed. We are so thankful for the leaders that continuously pray over and guide this work all throughout the year. Six men came down from Brentwood Hills which is always a fun time.
Up next: spring break has already begun here at City of Children, and our first group arrives Thursday. We are so excited to have THREE different Lipscomb groups coming down! Please pray for our continued work to spread the love of Jesus.
