Thursday, August 14, 2008

No Turning Back

It is 3PM, Central Daylight Saving Time. The 40' container is packed, sealed, and awaiting the arrival of the tractor-trailer driver to come and start it on its way. Despite all our fears, there was just about enough room left over to have tucked a Smart Car in sideways. Kudoes to Bill and Everett who worked miracles. And heartfelt thanks to Lance, Bill, Terry, Kimberly, Amy, and especially Robert and Angie who "dropped over" from Chattanooga to help out. Also to Mark and Will & Tara who, while they couldn't actually get over to get their hands dirty and their backs and feet sore, were standing by to assist us later in the day.

Also to the precious women in my Bible Study who have been girding us up in prayer.

Great googley moogley. No turning back now. And no regrets allowed about things packed or not packed. It's a done deal.

I cannot share pictures, however. Apparently one of our hired "helpers" (NOT named above) helped himself to my nearly-new digital camera. At least it has been missing since the day he was here. :..(

We're finishing up the paperwork right now. Or Bob is. I'm trying to let you know what's going on while my body complains about the abuse I've put it through.

1 comment:

Anonymous said...

Wow!!!
Kind of scary ... in a good way.
Mike and I really wish you both a wonderful journey as you begin your new life in Panama. We'll see you soon ... God be willing!

XOX