Things I'll miss about Africa

1). The ocean - beautiful beaches, and the sound of roaring waves that put me to sleep each night
2). The stars - Gods amazing nightlights shine so brightly there. Especially the Southern Cross
3). Jokes from Mark - some good, lots not so good, but always entertaining
4). Fascinating stories from both Mark and Les - they need to write a book!
5). Fresh baked bread from the Xai Xai bakery
6). Hearing, speaking, learning Portuguese
7). Smiling African children. Particularly when they waved and hollered to us with glee when we drove by on the road to Bethel, as if we were celebrities.
8). Doing work that impacts people so positively and tangibly - building a school/church, delivering school supplies and clothes, sharing our testimonies and the love of Jesus.
9). Horses walking by the window at breakfast time
10) Whales viewed from the table at breakfast time
11). Morning devotions and prayer time...even at 6:30am...really!
12). Driving adventures:-)
13). Ice cold coke in a glass bottle. A simple pleasure.
14). African music and dancing
15). Being able to disconnect from the usual busy schedule, cell phones, internet, TV etc. and connect with God.