Day 6 in Review

Crystal notes from day 6 (Sunday March 23rd)

• We had a rough night. Savannah-Hope was up several times with an upset tummy.
• Savannah-Hope vomited three times in the morning, I began to get worried since she hadn't had a dirty diaper...afraid of a blockage.
• On the way to the bathroom to clean up Savannah-hope I tripped over a suitcase and twisted my knee. I clung on to Savannah tight so I wouldn't drop her, in the process I pushed her head and face right into the mess she had made all over my shirt. Missing running water! In case you are keeping track, I have fallen to the ground twice and nearly fallen 4 other times. Just call me "Grace".
• We got cleaned up and ready for church.
• Lloyd picked us up at took us to Good Samaritan for Easter morning service.
• The services were in Chichewa and then translated in English. The man doing the translating even copied the hand motions of the pastor.
• The singing was so beautiful.
• About 25 people came forward to give testimonies. It touched my heart how grateful the people are here. They thank God for everything they have, and they have so little in comparison to us. They truly see that riches aren't found in material things. They are so full of the joy of the Lord.
• I didn't realize that I had to stand in front of the church and introduce myself. I was caught off guard but it went okay.
• I was able to meet the precious staff babies today. I held them and made pictures. None of them cried. I gave them the blankets Michelle made them. They were so grateful.
• I met Blessings and his siblings today. Please ready their story here.
• I was able to talk to my Pastor today. He prayed with me. Its hard to be so far from home. Thanks Pat for encouraging me.
• I also chatted with my family. So thankful for cell phones and international calling plans!
• Thandie tied Savannah-Hope to my back today and we took lots of pictures.
• We left Good Samaritan at 4pm and headed back to the Gentry's House.
• Savannah-Hope made a dirty diaper. Praise the Lord!
• There is a good chance that we will be going to Savannah-Hope's home village tomorrow. I brought matching dresses to get sibling pictures of Savannah and her twin sisters. This is going to be a tough visit on my heart.
• Please be in prayer for the immigration paperwork to arrive at the U.S. Embassy. Also pray about the Adoption Visa interview (date not yet set). I am not sure what they are going to ask me. Please pray that it goes well and is processed quickly.