Nihao!!! (pronounced nee-how) This is the first chance I've had to write. Sorry if you've been waiting on the edge of your seats which I'm sure you all have. Anyway, I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the girls and one guy (poor thing) that I'm working with here. We have so much in common and an instantaneous fellowship began the first hour I met them. They are such a blessing.

I haven't started teaching yet, but I did get to meet four of my children today. Two of them are twins from Japan. Oh my word, they are gorgeous. I think I'm going to like teaching them, but I'm quite nervous yet. I look forward to the kids finally coming Monday so I can dig in.

My internet isn't very reliable so I'm sorry if I don't respond to emails, etc. for a few days. Please be patient.

I have to run to a meeting now, but I hope to write again soon. I have a cell phone if you'd like to call with a calling card, but Skype is absolutely FREE to talk with over the internet if you'd like to download that. It's similar to IM except you get a mic and you can talk to me as if we were on the phone. Shoot me an email if you're interested in that and I'll hook you up. My cell number is 13416802940 if you want to call immediately.

I miss you all and cannot tell you how much I love you each. Peace!