Houston to Holland to Africa
January 21, 2008
Well, late last night we got off the air plane that had gone from Houston to Holland then to Africa. It was a long plane ride at least sixteen hours. Right after we landed my Dad told me what his dad always said after they landed in another country on a mission trip: “DEVIL I’M HERE!” Now that always reminds me now however powerful the devil is but God is beyond that. One way he tried to make us give up was that our ride wasn’t at the airport so my dad made a few adjustments and we got a safe driver who was very nice. So we’re at the hotel. Tomorrow we will leave Nairobi and fly in two small airplanes with two kids in one and two kids in the other one. See ya!
Hey Sophie! What wonderful truths you are already learning about God! Today at school it was VERY quiet, especially in your classes–Hailey was the only one there today! M. is out of town, and R. was sick! Ms. Robin didn’t know what to do with just one student! Keep writing–I love reading about your trip!
Love,
Ms. Holly
Hi Sophie!!! I am so glad to hear that you made it safely!! I know you are having a great time and you are enjoying Africa! Isn’t it beautiful?! I am always praying for you and hope to keep hearing about all the great things you’re doing!! Love you! By the way, tell Olivia hi for me!!
Love,
Shannon
Hi Sophie!! We are so glad that you made it to Kenya safely. I know you will learn a lot of things about Africa and learn to trust God in a new way. Following God is always an adventure. Didn’t miss much in PE. We had to stay at the school because of the rain. So we played Telegraph ( the game you played at my house) and some new games. It was fun, but missed you guys. We are praying for you everyday. Take care.
Love,
Mrs. Perego
Hey Sophie,
How is Africa and have you seen any wild animals yet? Have you made any new friends? Glad you made it there safely. Sounds like you guys had an interesting Flight there.
Hope everything is going well. We are praying for you.
Take care,
Karlee
SOPH!!!! how are you bud? well school is very quiet without you here. i am glad to here that you made it safely
have you seen any wild animals? well i can’t wait to see you and i miss you so much.
-Austin
SOPH WE MISS YOU SO MUCH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! It was a down day today with out yall (Thursday) we miss you and we pray for you!!!
Tyler
Hey Soph, I just love hearing what your Dad said when your plane landed! God IS so much more powerful than anything and anyone! I can’t wait to hear how He shows you that over and over again. How is your mom doing? We have been praying for you. We leave for Honduras next Thursday. Give everyone a huge hug from the Turners!
I love you,
Mary Ann