Home Again, Home Again

Our last night here. Wow! Almost seems like a dream now.

Larry, Jim and I spent this Lord's day at a small but very alive church. Sweet people, who love the Lord. Right after our service today I was tackled by a woman named Kate--I got a hug and an adament request. "I must hear you sing." I looked at her and laughed. But she was dead serious. She returned my look with her bright, piercing, steel blue eyes and said... "Now!" Church was over, however, the congregation stood in the very small worship room chatting with one another. Seemed a little awkward to me and "NO" didn't seem like and option so...Ok.....the only song that came to mind was Wonderful, Merciful, Savior...so I belted it out. Her blue eyes were locked on mine the entire time (I sang only one verse--I felt bad because people were trying to visit). She loved it.

During the service I had heard her singing. I didn't have a face to match the voice earlier but when she approached me I knew it was her. Her voice is husky and beautiful--full of emotion.

After the service came lunch. After lunch, came a special treat!!! I got to use their facilities--special! Slavabogo for plumbing people. Twice today I had this special privilege--really???? I thought I was going to make it out of Russia without this honor but alas--rotten bladder, I did not. Let me tell you, it is a lot to manage in a dress, tights, full SQUAT, and a cold draft. Did I mention--at the gas station this morning there was Ice on the floor--one wrong move people and OH MAN--unthinkable.

Anyway, I am so excited to be coming home I just about can't stand it. Please pray for our return adventure--smooth and safe!

Jen