Thanks to everyone who prayed for us today as we traveled. Everything was smooth! Our drive to the airport was easy, our check-in was easy, our flights were easy (one stop-over but did not even get off the plane), getting our rentals cars was easy, and even our drive and check-in at the hotel was easy. That's something considering we have 22 people trooping around together!
After arriving at the hotel, we had lunch at the Gumbo Shop where many of us were able to taste some of our first authentic New Orleans food - Yum! Since this was our day to be tourists, we shopped through the French Quarter, ate dessert at the famous Cafe du Monde, and enjoyed some pool time back at the hotel. Tough day, I know, but it was awesome to be able to get to know each other even more, laugh a lot, and just enjoy the city with all of its quirks.
Tomorrow morning we get up early to go on a guided tour of how Hurricane Katrina destroyed so many corners of this city. We're hoping that it really gives us some perspective on the effects of the storm as we prepare our hearts for our week of work. Then we drive the 90 miles out to Biloxi to check in with Habitat. Yeah! We can't believe we're finally here! God has been so good to us!
Pray that we will continue to trust Him with EVERY part of our trip and hear what it is that He is trying to teach us. Hope to update you again soon!
(The pictures you see are of our team along the Mississippi River, and then a few team members eating the local fare. Enjoy!)
Praying for you all and knowing God will do amazing things in your lives. Thanks to all of you for going. -Kristen
ReplyDeleteGreat to hear everything is going well. Lots of prayers being sent your way from good old PA! Can't wait to hear about your Excellent Adventure. Much love to you! Jackson and Jenn
ReplyDeleteTim - I am thinking of you Daddy. I am having fun. I love you. You are awesome - Jackson
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