Getting Ready/Waiting

Well, here I am. Every day brings me closer to my departure date, and i'm learning how much i really value the company of my family, friends and cat who is currently spooned up against my leg with his belly up turned. A few weeks ago my church had a square dancing party. Because of my work schedule I rolled in late so every one already had a partner and where laughing and having fun as the caller sang out the steps to the crowd. I sat back and savored this moment. It was a chance for me to sit back and take a mental picture of this amazing community and reflect on the wonderful blessing it has been to spend time with each and every member. I am eternally thankful to them for how they have encouraged me and how they've helped send me on my way

I've found my self doing this kind of thing a lot lately, just observing. Part of me wants to just relax while things unfold in front of me. But I also think I'm watching what it will be like whit out me, I'm creating an image in my head that I'll be able to look back at over the next few years. It has been sobering time thinking about leaving but all together it has been good. Although I may not now exactly how I will be serving TACO I know that each and every one of us are called to be workers, and so I am trying to adopt that mind set. Yes, I am joining a ministry that I find interesting and exciting, but what is really needed is people who are ready and willing to serve the Lord in that part of the world. I am very excited about what God will do with me as I make my self available to him.

On another note my biggest brother is getting married in Tucson AZ on the 12th of January. I am due to be in Germany on the 15th! There were a few weeks where we did not whether I would be able to make it to the wedding so I am very thankful that I will still be in the country for this special family event and to have such a wonderful finally the the six years I've spent state-side.

God Bless
-Peter Davis