September 01, 2008

Going, Going, Gone!

“Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn't do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover.” - Mark Twain

DSCN0941Yes, the title of this post is a reference to an announcer calling a home run. For you non-baseball fans, get used to it. I doubt it will be my last reference to the great game of baseball. I felt that it was an appropriate title since it seems like we have been going, going for quite some time.  We did manage to leave enough of the details to cause an emotionally and physically draining final week in Minnesota.

We underestimated the amount of effort and emotional drain on getting our house ready to be rented, relinquishing the day to day operations of KinderMark, selling/donating the Durango, and putting our lives into 1 suitcase and 1 backpack each. We would like to offer a big thank you to those who stopped by, called, and prayed with us during this past week. All your thoughts, prayers, and well wishes are greatly appreciated.

DSCN0944We are writing this in the Ft Lauderdale airport in Florida, waiting for our flight to our first destination, Lima, Peru. The picture above is of Jennifer sitting in the Ford family airport command center. She is using the Laptop while charging an Ipod, camera and Skype phone. Between the three of us, we might create a drain on the Peruvian electrical system.

While Jennifer was working on the computer, Noah and I grabbed our gloves and went out into the sweltering Florida heat to play catch. Florida is not a dry heat!

Off to Peru!

10 comments:

Barb S. said...

We're so excited to hear that you are finally on your way! Please know that you will be in our thoughts and prayers. We are anxious to read all about your experiences. Safe travels, dear friends...

Barb

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Beth said...

The Ford Explorers are finally off and away! Miss you already. Don't sweat the small stuff (i.e. any of those last minute details that I have covered.) Blessings on the journey, friends!

Anonymous said...

Day 2 and I'm sure you are adjusting to Peru - money exchange, transportation, eating, things to do and see, etc. Remember to invite God into your day and He will surprise you in so many ways! I am praying that you see Him clearly today and who He wants you to "connect" with. I look forward to hearing about your adventures! Love you!

daddyd said...

congratulations on your safe arrival, the beginning of a great adventure! enjoy the pisco sour. i forgot to tell you the most important 2 words...bottled water. we'll be thinking of you guys!
darren

Anonymous said...

Wow, you're really gone! the analogy that comes to mind is that you are like a kite, floating on the wind, a new perspective of the world around us, yet tethered to us by a thin line. May the wind carry you gently, the line stay strong, and your perspectives enrich us all!

Many blessings on your travels!

1MoreThenIGottaGo said...

Glad you made it off safely, glad I got to have one last one with you before you left except I wasn't planning on helping you move a table - don't think I am going to help you bring that back up the stairs, just kidding. The Golden Ale was great! I was going to leave something sappy but I see everyone else did, hahahaha. Travel safe.

Christine said...

Hello there,

We pray that all is well. Looking forward to an update and some pictures! :) We're taking lots of pictures here. The kids went fishing today and had a great time reeling them in.

Bless you!

Veronica said...

We are so excited for you all! Thank you for sharing this wonderful experience with us. We will be watching your journey via the Blog. We wish you all the best. We will also keep you in our thoughts & prayers.

Veronica & Mel -

Anonymous said...

Sending an ancient Blessing/Prayer your way..

The Traveler's Prayer/Wayfarer's Prayer
May it be Your will, LORD, our God and the God of our ancestors, that You lead us toward peace, guide our footsteps toward peace, and make us reach our desired destination for life, gladness, and peace. May You rescue us from the hand of every foe, ambush along the way, and from all manner of punishments that assemble to come to earth. May You send blessing in our handiwork, and grant us grace, kindness, and mercy in Your eyes and in the eyes of all who see us. May You hear the sound of our humble request because You are God Who hears prayer requests. Blessed are You, Adonai, Who hears prayer.

Waiting for your safe return next spring,
The Hollatz's