Returning Soon

Thank you for being patient and continuing to check this site. We are still in HSV and have 7 days before our return flight to Cambodia. Our time here has been mixed with various emotions. I was happy to beable to stay here these weeks to finish up necessary family issues, but the feeling of "being out of joint" persisted even when I felt I was getting alot done. With no responsibilities here (job, school, kids), and not being in Cambodia long enough for that to feel at home, this feeling of not fitting in hung about. It was great working on household fixer uppers and personal finances. We certainly tried to see the kids as much as possible and visited with Rick's family. A drive down to Texas enabled a visit to Jim and Mandy in Marble Falls. People were so gracious to have us for dinner and visit about our work. Definitely another perk was to beable to watch the Oympics on TV. So many good things have happened these last two months. But throughout it all, the anticipation to get back to work was surrounding us like a blanket. Bill has emailed and said the boat should be launched at the end of March. If so, upon our return we will start working on stocking the boat and getting it prepared to launch. Now that is exciting! I hope to refresh my language skills with a tutor because I feel my lack of practice has caused a reversal in learning! I was glad to have the winter storm pass through this weekend and have the cold weather in contrast to the hot temperatures in Cambodia. When we return our bodies will have to acclimate again. Thank you for your prayers and thoughts. We are anxious and excited about continuing our posting of what's going on in our work. Hopefully in two weeks we will have some new news and good pictures!
Gail