Preparing to make even a temporary move to another country is a stressful, time-consuming process. (Which explains our long absence on “Andes Reflections” – sorry about that.) Between getting the house ready to be left, wrapping up dangling ministry issues, gathering materials to be used in speaking, and packing up things that will be needed on our trip, there are a lot of details to be taken care of. And upon arriving in the States there are suitcases and stored items to unpack, presentations to prepare, and a new household to get accustomed to.
We are so thankful that through it all we have seen God’s hand of provision. He provided a responsible couple to stay in our home in Peru to keep an eye on things and care for our dog. He provided the second floor of J.R.’s parents’ home on the farm in South Dayton, NY as our home away from home. He provided a rental car at a good price through the thoughtfulness of one of our supporting churches. He even provided a home for our girls’ pet rabbits. Our friend Karina has agreed to care for them and will hopefully supply the girls with baby rabbits upon our return. Whenever I get stressed about the details I remember (to borrow from the old gospel song) that if “His eye is on the rabbits, then I know He’s watching me.
