A Love Song for Africa: Blog #3: “Mom…we’re in Africa…"

At last, we made it to Africa! I cannot describe the feeling that went through me when we finally landed in Blantyre, Malawi. It was exciting, scary and all over unbelievable!!!!! Landing in Malawi made me feel as if I were seconds away to walking through the golden gates of heaven (the airplane doors). The minute I stepped onto African ground, I knew I was instantly closer to God, the creator of this beautiful land.

Once we were in the car, on our way “home”, the first thing that came out of my mouth was, “Mom…we’re in Africa…”

I absolutely LOVED the drive to our new house. Not only did I get to see the place where I would be living for the next 10 months with my own eyes, but everyone we saw had a huge smile on their face and was so eager to wave at us. From then on, I knew I was going to love it here!

Once we got home, Sally Fox and Dan Gillespie gave us the grand tour of the new Miqlat ministry house. All I can say is, “It’s HUGE!!!” Okay, well I may be exaggerating a tad but…what’s a story without a little oomph? It has 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, a kitchen, dining room, and lounging area. I have my own bedroom and am happy to say that I FINALLY got my very own bathroom. Amazingly, if you count up all the beds in the house, your grand total is 12!

The best part is, 10 feet away from our front door lives the Bray family! They have 3 little girls, Abigail, Bethany and Elizabeth, plus the mom, Julie-Ann, and dad, Billy. They are an awesome South African family and are going to help with Miqlat too. I am excited to see them a lot – new friends, neighbors AND family, all on the same property.

Speaking of property, it’s GORGEOUS! Everything is lush, green, colorful and full of life! It’s as if I am living in the Garden of Eden. I know there are many adventures awaiting me on these beautiful grounds!