We've been in the United States (Michigan to be exact) for almost a week now. We had some delays on the flight home but all of that was forgotten when we finally came "home" to Spring Arbor and had Grandma and Grandpa Thompson to help with the kids.
The kids are settling in to the new routine and the new location. We are so thankful for those of you who have been praying for their adjustment. Grandpa made new bunkbeds for the three older kids so they are enjoying their new beds. There is also lots of grass and wide open spaces in which they can run and play. On Sunday, they all went to their new Sunday School classes and really seemed to fit right in.
But today our routine changed again. Janette flies to Santiago, Chile to attend fellow missionary Kay Stotts' wedding this weekend. When she returns on Monday, we'll have a day before driving down to Indianapolis for our debriefing time with the World Missions staff.
There are also lots of "re-entry" issues to tackle like bank accounts, dentist and doctor visits, and preparations for the kids' schooling. Despite all of this running around, we feel God's peace and his presence and thank you for the ways you are praying and for the ways you have welcomed us back.
We're looking forward to seeing many of you in the next few weeks as we travel to several different summer camps.
