We're here!!!

Even though we have arrived in Uganda with absolutely no difficulties, my heart is saddened with the passing of our good friend, Joe. Joe was my small group leader for a number of years. I know that he is now free of his pain and is with our Lord, but the void we will all feel with his absence is overwhelming. He will be missed so very much.
We have gotten settled into our new home for the next 2 weeks and find it so comfortable. Herb and Ellen Cook are our host/hostess and have literally given us free rein of the house. We were told before we arrived that Harriet is an excellent cook (she even has her own cookbook for sale!!) and we will soon find out whether that is true tonight.
Unfortunately, our jet lag interfered with our enjoyment of the Women's Conference "RISE UP, AFRICA" that was organized by the honorable Idah Hamanje. Many dignitaries from 10 countries were present and all were introduced. Idah made sure to introduce our American team, saying that we were here to do missionary work with the poor. The problem became more evident when each speaker had to be translated by 2 or 3 people. It was difficult to stay focused. We did hear and enjoy the great worship music and even got on stage at one point to dance and sing during one of the traditional tunes. What fun!!!!
Tomorrow we visit our families so we'll be sorting through our bags of goodies to see how we can best bless everyone!!!
Keep us in prayer!! We have so many opportunities in the next weeks to bless many!