GWEN

My friend Gwen came a day early. She was already in our apartment when I arrived. She went through D.C. Dulles instead of going on more north. Apparently she missed the bad weather. There was suppose to be a pastor from SC on the Newark flight with me, but they haven't heard from him.
We've had a leisurely afternoon. It has rained twice and is so cool temperature wise. We don't need an ac. It's not humid either.
We're waiting on them to get in from the airport, hopefully with everyone.
There's is a small washer/dryer here. But I still want my clothes.
That's all for now.

Safe in Moldova

The name of the street we're staying on is named "Beautiful." We walked past this flower shop on the way back to the apartment. For lunch I had a delicious bowl of soup, and a salad of tomatoes and mozarella cheese. It was delicious. The rest of the team should be in tonight and we hope to meet about 8:00. I'm making myself stay up even though I probably only slept about a couple of hours last night on the plane. We are 7 hours ahead of home.

This walkway goes to the little apartment they've rented for us 3 ladies. It has a little kitchen, 2 baths and beds upstairs and down. This is so much better than a hotel. We just love it. I've already been out to lunch and to a local grocery store.

This is what the pastor and youth pastor picked me up in at the airport. The youth pastor is Julia, the young girl on the right. She will be our interpreter. My friend from my 2 past China trips, Gwen Reed, is in the blue. She is from SC and is a sped teacher.

This is in Newark. They are cleaning the window to the plane I would get on. We loaded on time, then they shut down the airport. After waiting an hour and half on the place, we were able to leave. When we landed in Munich, the pilot told us that only 3 planes left before they closed the airport for us. We were in that small window of time. I didn't dream I would ever make my Munich connection as I only had an hour and half layover. I broke and went to the front of the security line and ran to my plane on the people mover and was the last through the gate. My luggage didn't make it, but should be here tomorrow. Please pray with me about that. The song, "He's An On-time God" has new meaning for me. None of the rest in our group made it.

This is out of order. I'm having trouble manuvering around on this blog, but I hope you can piece it together and see a little of what I am doing. It is beautiful here, but the poverty is so evident. Their pastor that we will work with is a very humble man.

Last night when I was on the plane and it all looked hopeless as for as getting here in a timely manner, I just put that ipod on and started praising and worshiping. When things get hopeless, then it's time to praise. Coming on these trips will really stretch you, but it is really an adventure. I was not traveling alone. I was always at peace and knew the Lord was with me.

I'd appreciate a note, if just a hello. Please keep me in your prayers daily.

(When I did a spell check, nearly all the words came up as misspelled. I guess it has to do with the different language here?)

Until next time.

Ready to go!

In the morning, I'll leave and head to Atlanta to being my journey to Moldova. I appreciate the support and prayers of my family and friends. Without this, I would not want to go! I hope to have internet access so that I can stay in contact with all who are interested. Love & blessings to all of you,

Prayer MAP

In my sunroom (aka back porch) I have placed a map. On it I have circled places that I have been and also upcoming trips. It makes it easy to help in remembering who, what and how to pray. Next Thursday, I am leaving for Moldova for a 10 day mission's trip. This is the poorest nation in Europe. It is not far from the Republic of Georgia where I visited last summer.
I have also circled on my Prayer MAP, the nation of Israel. We are admonished in God's word to continually pray for them.
And then I've also circled Vidalia where we live and minister. We desire a latter rain and an outpouring here. Our church is experiencing an excitement of an expectation of something that God wants to do. We are ready and waiting for whatever He has for us.
In July, we plan to go to the CUFI conference in Washington DC. We desperately need to pray for those who work there to govern our nation. Our purpose will be to speak with our representatives about standing with Israel in these days.
When we get home from Washington, the next Monday, July 25th, David and I are to fly to the Fareast. We are meeting Jim Ozais who is working as an AG missionary. There will be an outreach of 110 teachers who are there to learn English. I will be sharing as an educator, and we will also work in small groups.
So please remember me in your prayers as the Lord brings me to your mind. It will be a busy summer for me, but the Lord's work is the most important work of all.
Thanks in advance for your prayers,
rita
PS I hope to post throughout the summer to keep those updated who are interested. I've been practicing on downloading pics.

On Monday, May 30th, Tracy, Clay and I went to Mayo to visit family. We had a great visit with Grandmother, Papa, and many others in the family. Clay enjoyed playing with his cousins. We came home on Thursday morning.

While there, I also visited Evelyn Pate and her family in the hospital and my Aunt Clarice & Uncle Edgar. Darryl Fletcher came by a couple of time, as well as my cousin, Deanna.

We really enjoyed out time there...............

Singin' the Red, White, & Blue

On Friday, May 13th, my 4th grade class presented "Singin' the Red, White, & Blue" twice to the student body at LUES, parents, and others. This mini/musical-drama had a patriotic theme that taught about the symbols of our country. It was a real learning experience for my students, as many had never participated in something like this. Everyone had fun and was proud of their accomplishment. All 28 of my students participated. I taught these students reading, LA, writing, spelling, & math. I was very proud of each one.

We recently installed a new fence across the front of our property for added security. There is an automatic gate to go through.